Commercial Finance Manager - Product Cost (Fixed term)

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 Tobacco Romania has an exciting opportunity for a Commercial Finance Manager in Bucharest

The role will be covering two areas of the BAT EXPORTS Commercial space. For the 1st 3-4 months it will be covering the NPI Finance Manager role (sick leave) & then will cover the Product Cost Manager role (maternity leave).

The two roles are intertwining & the knowledge accumulated during the NPI period will provide a knowledge base for the Product cost area.

The key purpose of this role is to provide comprehensive, insightful and actionable end market level product cost analysis in support of COS reporting requirements at both legal entity and end market level. Supports the preparation of financial and commercial plans, forecasts and budgets

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Manage reporting of actual and forecast product cost, supporting end market and BAT EXPORTS COS reporting requirements
• Provide proactive, timely, insightful and actionable end market level analysis to ensure all collaborators have a clear view of drivers of product cost and product cost variances and understand the impact on end market profitability
• Deliver ad-hoc product cost and transfer price information to aid decision making
• Manage the financial reporting and forecasting of all business initiatives affecting product cost
• Proactively provide support to key partners in respect of product cost queries, driving issues resolution where necessary
• Defines and implements standard process planning and control techniques in line with business needs
• Manage month end processes via SLA with GBS, validate results and provide appropriate commentary.
• Coordinate the forecasting and payment of factory toll fees
• Manage Toll Fee adjustments on behalf of BAT EXPORTS in partnership with factory finance.
• Coordinate product cost/COS input into all internal and external audits.
• Play a key role in the management of business change initiatives, ensuring appropriate project management approaches are adopted to ensure successful delivery of initiatives on time and in full
• Manage and develop a team of two direct reports

• Develop a culture of service and delivery, striving for quality and timeliness of delivery.
• Support wider team and end market finance teams through knowledge transfer and a flexible approach.
• Build a strong network within BAT to ensure that issues can be quickly identified and resolved.

What we offer you?
o We offer a market leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility)
o 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
o 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.
o You'll have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills
o 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.