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!
The Finance department in BATJ exists to provide both strategic directions / guidance to the management and the organization of BAT Japan (BATJ) and APMEA North area to support its achievement of business plan. The department also monitors the Japan Group finances, overall financial performance and provides periodic updates to leadership team.
Broadly, the Finance function consists of two groups: (i) Corporate Finance, which provides business planning, business performance forecasting, statutory reporting, as well as tax/treasury services; and (ii) Commercial Finance, which works as a business partner for Marketing, Commercial and Supply Chain, contributes to decision-making on pricing strategy, resource allocation, business case preparation, investment return and spends effectiveness, channel and brand analysis, and budget management. This position resides within the Commercial Finance, which is headed by Commercial Finance Controller.
Strategic Business Partnering
- Business partner to Marketing and Commercial team,providing quality guidance and financial insights to support strategic and operational decisions.
- Partner cross-functionally with Marketing, Commercial, Supply Chain and Operations teams to evaluate financial implication of business initiatives.
- Support preparation of insightful strategic presentation that facilitate decision-making and engagement with senior management, regional and global stakeholders.
- Challenge assumptions and advocate for initiatives in line with business objectives.
Resource Allocation, Performance Management and Reporting
- Drive evaluation of the effectiveness of business initiatives through financial analysis (such as NPV, ROI, payback, scenario analysis etc.). Translate data-driven insights into recommendations for management team.
- Drive budget management process with Marketing and Commercial team and ensure investment allocation and actualisation in line with resource allocation principles and delivering business objectives. Monitoring of expenses and provide meaningful variance analysis to budget holders.
- Support and coordinate Annual Company Plan & quarterly budget processes.
- Ensure accuracy, consistency and timeliness of financial reporting in line with Company policies.
Governance and Controls
- Ensure financial policies, internal controls and governance procedures for cross-functions are in place and operating effectively.
- Contribute to identifying ways to improve the control environment & business processes and lead the changes without compromising creativity and enterprising spirit.
People management
- This role does not have direct report, and would require to collaborate closely with cross teams within finance and with GBS team outside of Japan.
- Senior Commercial Finance Manager
- Commercial Finance Controller
- Corporate Finance Controller
- Finance Director in small-mid size market outside Japan
LEADERSHIP & MANAGEMENT / BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES
- Understanding of the relationships / interfaces between departments and functions.
- Ability to collaborate with all levels of colleagues within the company across teams
- High commercial approach and strong management and interpersonal skills to address complexity and subjectivity of marketing
- Resilience and high agility to adapt to fast-paced changes and ad-hoc requests
- Proactive, persuasive, curious, and prepared to challenge status quo
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
- 5+ years Finance business partnering experience (FMCG industry experience an advantage)
- Financial analytical skills such as ROI and NPV to perform/review financial analyses together with the capability to provide commercial insights
- Cross-function business partnering experience
- Understanding of excise and pricing strategy, company planning process
- Understanding of marketing strategy, principles, and relevant analytical tools
- Background as well as knowledge on commercial aspects of the business such as Trade & Brand Marketing activities
- Thorough understanding and knowledge of financial management and systems
- Fluency in both English and Japanese
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.
