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 Hungary has an exciting opportunity for a Commercial Finance Executive in Budapest
We’re looking for a dynamic and commercially minded Finance Executive to partner closely with our marketing team. In this pivotal role, you'll bring a financial lens to marketing strategy, ensuring effective budget management and optimized return on investment across all marketing activities.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Act as a proactive business partner to the marketing team, integrating financial insights into strategic and day-to-day decision-making
- Champion the use of financial KPIs to evaluate the effectiveness of marketing initiatives and promote a results-driven culture
- Oversee the development and management of marketing budgets, ensuring timely and accurate reporting to support ongoing performance tracking
- Provide financial analysis and performance metrics to support Brand and Trade Marketing plans, driving informed decision-making and enhancing spend efficiency
- Oversee financial month-end closing activities for your area of responsibility, ensuring accuracy and completeness
- Drive continuous improvement by identifying process enhancement opportunities, implementing new ideas, and fostering a culture of innovation
- Lead, mentor and support a junior team member, contributing to a high-performance, growth-focused team environment
What are we looking for?
We're looking for a motivated and collaborative professional who brings a mix of expertise, curiosity, and a positive mindset. If the following sounds like you, we'd be excited to connect.
Must have qualifications:
- A Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Economics, Finance, or a related field
- Proficiency in business-level English, both written and spoken
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
- Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively, with clear prioritization and focus - no chaos, just calm control :)
- Loves jumping in with fresh ideas and playing a hands-on role in bringing new projects to life from the start
- Proactive, persuasive, and creative, with a willingness to challenge existing ideas
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to foster a positive, collaborative work environment
- An open mindset with a strong desire for continuous learning and personal growth
Good to have skills (valuable assets)
- Fluency in an additional European language
- Solid understanding of budget management and resource allocation
- A minimum of 3 years of relevant professional experience
- Experience with strategic pricing and/or excise regulations, and portfolio management
- Experience with project mangement
- CIMA, ACCA, or PMP qualification—either completed or currently in progress
What we offer you?
We believe that great work starts with a great environment—and we’re proud to offer just that.
Here’s what you can expect when you join us:
- A vibrant, international, and cross-functional team that values collaboration and creativity
- A brand-new office space designed to inspire, plus a supportive and inclusive working atmosphere
- A strong focus on continuous learning and personal development
- Exciting career growth opportunities, including international assignments and relocation options
- A market-leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility)
- A competitive and comprehensive benefits package tailored by location—this may include health coverage, wellness initiatives, transportation support, flexible vacation policies, and additional lifestyle perks
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.
