Job Details

BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business. 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!

BAT IS LOOKING FOR A SENIOR ANALYST ACCOUNTS PAYABLE - PAYMENTS

FUNCTION: S2S

LOCATION: Bucharest, Romania

CONTRACT TYPE: Permanent

ROLE POSITIONING AND OBJECTIVES

The Banking Operations Payments Analyst will handle all payments for external vendors and employees, following the internal payment calendar or ad-hoc business needs. This role ensures timely and accurate payments, including taxes, payroll, and sanctioned vendors. Supporting over 200 company codes, the team processes around 2,600 payments monthly. The analyst also performs quality checks, fostering continuous improvement and exceeding Service Level Agreement standards while enhancing financial compliance.

Geographic Scope: Global

Reports to: Banking Operations Assistant Manager

Reporting level: Non-management

ACCOUNTABILITIES

• All activities must be performed within tight cut-offs and in alignment with the standard payments calendar. This includes processing ad-hoc requests like emergency and manual payments. The analyst monitors payment statuses and takes necessary actions, including engaging with external banks, technical teams, local stakeholders, and other GBS service lines to ensure successful payment execution. All activities must comply with SOX and internal control requirements. The analyst also acts as the single point of contact for payment dates, proof of payment, rejection reasons, and central bank requirements.
• Helps with UAT for new company codes creation, activity migration, new solution implementation; Provides support on the monthly KPI’s on emergency and manual payments and any ad-hoc reports requests.
• Onboarding and documentation for: new joiners within the team, support for payment approvers (including bank account creation), maintain the payments procedures up to date at company code level
• Ensures all e-mails and queries are processed accurately and within SLA; Understands and applies relevant financial skills and knowledge.; Detail-oriented, analytical, proactive, and able to work under pressure with minimum supervision
• Problem solving oriented mindset and ensuring fast reaction in identifying and implementing solutions; Continuous improvement oriented and applying any opportunities of simplifying the processes

Given that only the major responsibilities are stipulated in the above paragraphs, the incumbent has the obligation to fulfil any other responsibilities entrusted to him by the higher hierarchical levels

EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE

ESSENTIAL

Experience Required

• 1 to 3 years’ experience in Finance & Accounting in a multinational corporation
• Knowledge of English at an advanced level
• Problem solving and attention to details

Education / Qualifications / Certifications Required

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably with specialization in Finance

BENEFICIAL

• Experienced user of Microsoft suite of applications (including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc)
• Previous experience in using SAP CRM
• Experience in a previous multicultural work environment

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.