Job title:Assistant Manager – Corporate FinanceCompany:British American TobaccoJob description : BAT is evolving at pace – truly like no other organisation. To achieve the ambition we have set for ourselves, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to live our ethos every day. Come be a part of this journey!ROLE POSITIONING AND OBJECTIVES
The primary responsibility of the role is to proactively drive the delivery of Group Statutory & Management Reporting in accordance with Accounting Standards and Governance Controls for South Pacific end markets. The role includes delivering Month End, Half Year, Fast Close and Year End financial reporting while identifying Operational Efficiencies in key areas to achieve BAU results. The Assistant Corporate Finance Manager clearly understands the business dynamics in terms of effective stakeholder management, budget management, and decision-making support are crucial for business success for the South Pacific end markets.WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR
To drive a robust management forecasting and reporting process, provisioning of financial insights, ad-hoc analysis, and facilitating an environment where simplification and continuous improvement are prioritized.
To support the GBS FC and corporate finance manager for coordination in the preparation of the annual company Plan and assist business managers to recognize opportunities to optimize costs and assets use within this process and on an ongoing basis.
Ensuring that month end, quarterly and year-end close activities, statutory and management financial reporting (actual financials) are performed on time and adhere with the Sarbanes – Oxley (SOX) requirements.
Monitoring daily cash & Supporting the Corporate Finance Manager in managing cash flow targets and working capital requirements.
Serve as a subject matter expert to local accounting standards and supports the team.
Ensure timely analysis, identification, communication and resolution of balance sheet account reconciliation issues to avoid frauds and potential monetary losses due to inappropriate accounting practices.
Preparation and delivery OTIF of the control navigator exercise to avoid any business disruption because of a control breakdown as well as any monetary losses.
To provide and support management with routine information, analysis and advice on ongoing performance against plans to enhance decision-making.
Facilitating year-end audit and quarterly BURSA reporting by interacting with external auditors and conducting financial analysis.
Providing guidance to subordinates and steering the team to continuously deliver value and results.
Above-market collaborators: This role will involve interaction with Regional Corporate Finance, including managing reporting timelines and responding to ad-hoc queries.
To coordinate all activities related to the provision of forecasts for all types of expenditures in the entity and the activity of calculating and reporting to local and area management of the performance in accordance with the BAT guidelines.
ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
At least 5-7 years of experience in global FMCGs or a similar dynamic operating environment is preferred.
Understand the impact of the accounting processes and practices and any changes in accounting standards.
A detailed understanding and knowledge of relevant finance tools and systems, specifically BI/BPC or SAP equivalent.
Able to identify process and reporting improvements and proactively implement solutions.
To provide mentorship to subordinates, strong leadership traits and capability.
Knowledgeable in identifying risks and in implementing controls.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and ability to interpret financial data.
Degree with professional accountancy qualification (CA/ACCA/CIMA/CPA) preferred.
Proficiency in English, both written and spoken; Local language will be a plus.
WE ARE BAT
At BAT we are committed to our Purpose of creating A Better Tomorrow. This is what drives our people and our passion for innovation. See what is possible for you at BAT.Global Top Employer with 53,000 BAT people across more than 180 markets
Brands sold in over 200 markets, made in 44 factories in 42 countries
Newly established Tech Hubs building world-class capabilities for innovation in 4 strategic locations
Diversity leader in the Financial Times and International Women's Day Best Practice winner
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BELONGING, ACHIEVING, TOGETHER
Collaboration, diversity and teamwork underpin everything we do here at BAT. We know that collaborating with colleagues from different backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals. Come bring your difference!Expected salary :Location : Kuala LumpurJob posting date : Tue, 16 Jul 2024 03:06:23 GMTApply for the job now!#J-18808-Ljbffr