Senior Corporate Finance Manager - Treasury Finance

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British American Tobacco United Kingdom has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Corporate Finance Manager in London. This role will report to the Group Statutory Reporting Controller and support Treasury in the Group’s execution and readiness for the implementation of process change and accounting/compliance developments across the Group’s three listing territories: UK, U.S. and South Africa. The role will focus on assessment, implementation and execution of process change with specific focus on treasury products and financial reporting (net finance costs and leverage).

Responsibilities

• Accounting Developments – supporting the reporting developments team accounting lead, on derivatives and hedging, to impact assess future accounting and compliance developments on existing operational processes and documentation, focusing on Fair Value, Cash Flow and Net Investment Hedging.
• Documentation – implementing changes to documentation and documenting process/control changes to meet compliance aligning with internal stakeholders such as Group Reporting, Global Treasury Operations, Information Technology and Financial Planning & Analysis.
• Systems – Defining the business requirements for future compliance both tactical and strategic.
• Treasury Processes – Reviewing Treasury processes alongside compliance requirements and producing an impact assessment, implementation plan and resource assessment.
• Stakeholders – Reviewing and impact assessing information flows to Current and Potential Treasury stakeholders as a result of potential future compliance. Supporting design and compliance of the SOX controls relevant to Treasury. Responding to end market requests for accounting advice and support. Preparation of policy updates to incorporate changes in process and responsible for timely communication to stakeholders impacted. Liaising with internal stakeholders such as Group Statutory Reporting Team, Group Treasury Operations, Tax team, Legal team, Financial Planning & Analysis, auditors to ensure smooth running of day-to-day activities.
• Other ad-hoc tasks as requested by the Group Statutory Reporting Controller or the Head of Financial Risk.

Qualifications

• Degree educated with professional accountancy qualification (i.e. CA/ACCA/CIMA).
• A good understanding of group and corporate finance principles/experience and ability to deliver commercial insights in a rapidly evolving area of the business.
• A good understanding and experience with treasury instruments and processes (e.g. Derivatives, hedge accounting, factoring and supply chain finance).
• Appreciation of taxation consequences as part of financial reporting would be useful – not essential.
• Ability to manage a high volume of data and present in a simple, innovative and impactful way using all current systems to simplify and automate information management (i.e. SAP/ BI/BPC/CFIN).
• BPC/SAP/CFIN experience.
• Possesses good understanding of IFRS standards and U.S. GAAP relevant to treasury accounting for a multinational company (Latter is a strong plus but not essential, can be taught).
• Ability to prioritise and is resilient.
• Ability to identify process and reporting improvements and proactively implement solutions.
• Ability to work independently managing stakeholders across a wide range of locations.
• Strong communication and inter-personal skills are required to influence and challenge.
• Maintains excellent working relationships with all stakeholders and is a team player.

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.