BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business. With products like VELO, VUSE and GLO we are on a mission to decrease the health impact of our industry
To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to Be The Change. Come, join us on this journey!
British American TobaccoUK has an exciting opportunity for a Corporate Finance Intern in London, Chiswick
CONTRACT: Full-time Internship – 6 months (with potential extension to 12 months)
FUNCTION: Finance
Looking to kick-start your career in Finance within a fast-paced FMCG environment?
Join BAT’s UK&I Corporate Finance Team and gain hands-on experience at the heart of our financial operations. This internship offers real exposure to core finance processes, stakeholder management, and business impact — all while working alongside experienced professionals who will support your development every step of the way.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Support invoice processing to ensure accurate and timely vendor payments
- Assist with Purchase Order (PO) management, tracking and resolving discrepancies
- Help process payment runs and respond to payment-related queries
- Perform basic reconciliations across Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
- Contribute to account clearing and financial accuracy activities
- Maintain and update vendor and customer master data in line with internal controls
- Support month-end processes and continuous improvement initiatives
- Collaborate with cross-functional finance teams across UK & Ireland
What are we looking for?
- Just graduated or currently pursuing a degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related field
- Strong Excel skills and confidence working with data
- Good understanding of basic financial concepts and commercial KPIs
- Clear communicator with strong written and verbal skills
- Analytical, detail-oriented, and proactive mindset
- Confident presenting ideas and insights to different audiences
- Curious, adaptable, and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment
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.
At BAT, we champion collaboration, inclusion, and partnership as the bedrock of our values. We wish to foster an environment where every individual can thrive, irrespective of factors such as gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, color, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, skills, experience, education, socio-economic and professional background, as well as diverse perspectives and thinking styles. We recognize that our strength lies in embracing talent from all walks of life, empowering us to develop our culture of inclusivity and better achieve our business objectives.
We view career breaks not as obstacles but as opportunities and encourage everyone, without hesitation, to apply. Through our Global Returners program, we provide support to professionals seeking to re-enter the workforce after an extended absence, be it for family care, parental leave, national service, sabbatical, or starting their 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.
We take pride in being a Disability Confident Employer. If you need any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to be made during the recruitment process to support you performing at your best, please inform the recruitment partner who will be in touch should your profile be selected for the role you applied for. We are wholeheartedly committed to optimizing your prospects of success by making suitable arrangements so that you may showcase your full potential.
