Commercial Finance Manager

Job title: Commercial Finance Manager

Company: British American Tobacco


Job description: 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 industryTo achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to Be The Change. Come, join us on this journey!British American Tobacco Pakistan has an exciting opportunity for a Commercial Finance Manager in LahoreTo provide timely proactive financial evaluation, information, and advice that enables Marketing/Trade teams and management to develop and complete effective plans and make informed decisions. To help build strong financial and commercial awareness within the Marketing/Trade function including an effective internal control environment.Your key responsibilities will include:

• Lead the monthly SOP process and handle budgets, plans, and forecasts, ensuring accountability and timely performance monitoring.
• Oversee month-end closing activities, including sales rebate reconciliation and general ledger analysis, to provide actionable insights.
• Conduct financial evaluations of Marketing programs, touchpoints, and product/brand profitability to drive informed decision-making.
• Collaborate with Marketing Leadership on budgeting, financial controls, and strategic planning to ensure profit delivery and resource optimization.
• Chip in to pricing strategy development using simulations, elasticity analysis, and competitive assessments.
• Build financial business cases, perform scenario analyses, and conduct post-implementation reviews for key projects.
• Ensure the accuracy of financial accounts in line with International Accounting Standards and maintain strong internal controls.
• Enhance financial awareness and commercial capabilities across the Marketing teams through education and strategic support.

What are we looking for?

• 5+ years of experience in a global, dynamic, or FMCG environment with matrix structures and multiple stakeholders.
• Proven skills in strategic analysis, data analytics, business modeling, and project planning.
• Strong stakeholder management, influencing, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to synthesize and communicate complex information effectively.
• Familiarity with SAP, excellent Excel and PowerPoint skills, and attention to detail in financial evaluations.
• Proactive, resilient, adaptable to change, and continuously driven to improve execution.

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 prioritize 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 .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.

Expected salary:

Location: Lahore, Punjab

Job date: Sat, 25 Jan 2025 05:40:12 GMT

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