Assistant Manager Product Costing

Job title: Assistant Manager Product Costing

Company: British American Tobacco


Job description: 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!Seniority Level: Experienced ProfessionalFunction: FinanceLocation: Sunway, SelangorROLE POSITIONING AND OBJECTIVESWhat are the key objectives and expectations from this role?The primary responsibility of the role is to proactively handle the delivery of Product Costing activities and helping in Group Management and Statutory Reporting information in line with the agreed service level agreements of our customers. Group Management information will include financial information and scenarios required for S&OP meetings, QPRS, budget and for actuals. This will include co-ordination of assumption and other data inputs, running the forecasting process activities, preparation and generation of financial information and quality review prior to releasing to the customer for approval.The objective of this role is to enable the FSSCs to meet their business objectives by providing quality financial reporting information and analysis support for end marketsReports to: Product Costing ManagerReporting Level: Individual ContributorGeographic Scope: LocalWHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR

• Supervise and control activities related to Product Costing process and system(s) to assure accurate accounting reporting and system controls
• Handle the delivery of financial information and scenarios required for S&OP meetings, QPRS, budget and for actuals in line with the agreed service level agreements of our customers & respecting deadlines..
• Handle accounting policy and procedure inquiries and ad hoc reporting and analysis requests; provide periodic customer/site training
• Ensure customer needs and relationships are fulfilled and improved through proactive involvement and interaction
• Develop and assist in automating processes applying innovative technical and processing solutions
• Support SAP User Access Management
• Maintain complete and accurate standard operating procedures and support control documentation requirements
• Coordinating with the global process owners on the implementation of reporting changes, which includes submission of comprehensive business specifications where technology improvements are required, providing training and user testing resources to test enhancements
• Review and validation of country’s financial & management data handoff to highlight data integrity issues
• Understand the functionality, interfaces, and interdependencies of the financial processes and systems; ensure the existence of adequate internal controls
• Should work as a trouble shooter for PC related issues within ECC and other reporting systems.
• Supervise and assisting for PC related Project or UAT testing within ECC

CORE RELATIONSHIPSInternalFinance Business partners & specialist finance teams- collaborate to provide end to end finance delivery for regions / areas / end markets

• Finance Shared Services Centre (R2R teams)- Collaborate closely with other Finance Shared Service centres to provide high quality, timely management information to the business
• The financial controlling team and business partners
• Regional Corporate Finance team/ regional Operations Finance Team; internal auditors; CP&A, BOC Team and other GBS Centres.

External

• External Auditors – maintaining on-going relationship and dialogue (if required)

EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE

• Degree educated with professional accountancy qualification (i.e. CA/ACCA/CIMA/CPA)
• At least 2-3 years of experience in an global FMCG or similar dynamic operating environment
• Understand the impact of the accounting process and practice;
• Understand the platforms and analyse reports, identify issues and challenges within reports functionalities and data;
• Understand and apply relevant financial skills and knowledge.
• A thorough understanding and knowledge of relevant finance tools and systems, specifically BI/BPC, SAP or ERP equivalent specially FI, CO and MM modules.
• Able to drive projects and process improvements and handle a remote customer base model
• Detail-oriented, analytical, proactive, and can work under pressure with minimum supervision
• Knowledgeable in identifying risks and in implementing controls

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 .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.

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Location: Selangor

Job date: Tue, 11 Feb 2025 07:46:06 GMT

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