Controls Manager

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!

This role is part of the BAT Exports Finance Team. The key purpose of this role is to ensure robust risk and control management processes are in place for Exports, and that processes supporting governance aspects are in place and adhered to.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Ensuring the Exports Statement of Delegated Authories (SoDA) is up to date and incorporates any changes in ways of working and organisation structure.
• Supporting the control operators in the performance of controls and, in particular, ensuring SOx evidencing requirements are clearly understood.
• Liaising with BCT and KPMG on control related activities including facilitating the walkthrough of processes and  controls and providing information as part of the audit process.
• Managing the Control Navigator exercise and following up with control owners to ensure appropriate remediation plans are in place and remediation activities are completed.
• Managing the Risk Management & Review (Risk Committee & Risk register) process for Exports.
• Reviewing and approving SAP role requests, monitoring any segregation of duty issues and ensuring mitigating controls are in place.
• Ensuring the supplier masterdata is reviewed and up to date in line with data management processes.
• Ensuring the Business Continuity Plan for Exports remains up to date and relevant.

What are we looking for?

• Degree educated with accountancy qualification or part quailification;
• A good working knowledge of SAP and MS Office;
• Understanding of the cigarette, leaf and new categories business and associated supply chain and finance processes;
• Experience of control management & SOx;
• Possess excellent influencing, leadership and communications skills with ability to interact with all levels of senior management;
• A self-starter who can identify options to solve new problems and challenges.

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.

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, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, skills, experience, education, socio-economic and professional background, as well as diverse perspectives and thinking styles. We recognise 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 optimising your prospects of success by making suitable arrangements so that you may showcase your full potential.