Budgeting Process Lead

BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business 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 involves collaborating with various departments to develop, monitor, and analyse overhead budgets, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and financial objectives. The role directly impacts the reporting of financial information for management and statutory purposes. The role is critical to ensure financial records are following fiscal and legal requirements and a strong control environment is maintained. 

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Work closely with department heads to gather relevant information for the development of overhead budgets.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure accurate forecasting and budget adherence.
• Conduct thorough analysis of overhead expenditures to identify trends, cost-saving opportunities, and areas for improvement.
• Prepare insightful reports and present findings to the Finance Manager and senior management.
• Collaborate with the accounting team to reconcile financial data and resolve discrepancies.
• Utilize accounting principles to ensure accurate allocation of overhead expenses and adherence to financial regulations.

What are we looking for?

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, business administration, or related area
• 4+ years’ experience in budgeting and financial analysis.
• Advanced English proficiency.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Apply critical thinking skills to analyse financial data, identify trends, and make informed recommendations.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Effectively communicate financial information to both financial and non-financial stakeholders
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Knowledge of BPC-SAP Systems is preferred.

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 (subject to eligibility)
• 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.