BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business. Our purpose is to create A Better Tomorrow™ by Building a Smokeless World.
To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to join us on this journey! Tomorrow can’t wait, let’s shape it together!
British American Tobacco Romaniahas an exciting opportunity for a Corporate Finance Manager in Bucharest
The Global Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) team is responsible for provision of all management reporting and analysis to Group Senior Management. The role holder will be encouraged to have a good understanding of financial principles and systems to be able to handle the delivery of high-quality reports and insights to senior partners. Working together with R&D and R&S Finance on preparing and consolidating Central budgets to ensure tight control over central costs. Assists R&D and R&S Commercial Finance with budgetary information, so the functions will support the above-the-market R&D and R&S Centre structure.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Prepare and deliver accurate Budgets, Forecasts and Actuals for R&D and R&S functions, providing variance analysis and financial insights to support business decision-making.
- Act as a trusted business partner for Commercial Finance Business Partners and key collaborators across R&D and R&S functions.
- Lead end-to-end cost center controlling activities, including purchase orders, intercompany and inter-budget recharges, and cost center structure governance.
- Lead the preparation and analysis of monthly, quarterly and year-end financial reporting, ensuring visibility of Actuals, Commitments and Latest Estimates.
- Serve as SAP ECC and BPC reporting expert, ensuring data accuracy, reporting consistency, and adherence to Group reporting principles.
- Drive process optimization and efficiency initiatives, finding opportunities to improve financial controls, reporting, and operational efficiency.
- Coordinate with GBS, Commercial Finance teams, auditors and other participants to ensure timely and accurate financial information delivery (OTIF) and audit compliance.
- Coordinate people management, budget holder support, and the end-to-end CAPEX process, including planning, tracking and actuals management for R&S investments.
What are we looking for?
- Minimum 2 years of post-qualification experience, or 4 years of relevant experience, within a global FMCG or similarly dynamic business environment.
- Solid understanding of financial systems and reporting tools, including SAP, BPC, BI, and Power BI.
- Proven ability to analyze complex financial data, identify issues, challenge assumptions, and provide actionable recommendations.
- Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to translate data into relevant business insights and trends.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities, supported by a logical and results-oriented approach.
- Demonstrated experience in identifying, driving, and implementing process improvement initiatives and efficiencies.
- Effective stakeholder leadership skills, with the ability to collaborate and communicate across all organizational levels and with external partners.
- Ability to handle large volumes of information, work under pressure, and consistently deliver accurate results within tight deadlines.
* Please note that this is a fixed-term contract position until 31 March 2029.
What we offer you?
- We offer a market leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility)
- Our range of benefits varies by country and includes diverse health plans, initiatives for work-life balance, transportation support, and a flexible holiday plan with additional incentives
- Your journey with us isn't limited by boundaries; it's propelled by your aspirations. Join us at BAT and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression isn't just a statement – it's a reality we're eager to build together. Seize the opportunity and own your development; your next chapter starts here.
- You'll have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills
- We prioritise continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes
WHY JOIN BAT?
We’re one of the few companies named as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute – certified in offering excellent employee conditions.
Collaboration, inclusion and partnership underpin everything we do here at BAT. We are looking forward to enabling every individual to thrive, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, skills, experience, education, socio-economic and professional background, veteran status, perspectives and thinking styles. We know that embracing talent from all backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals.
We see the career breaks as opportunities not obstacles. Through The Global Returners program, we support professionals looking to restart their careers after an extended absence from the workforce (e.g. time out caring for family, parental leave, national service, sabbatical and/or starting an own venture).
Come bring your difference and see what is possible for you at BAT. Learn more about our culture and our award winning employee experience here.
If you require any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best during the recruitment process, you are encouraged to notify us. We are fully committed to support you by making appropriate arrangements for you to demonstrate your full potential.
