Assistant Commercial Finance Manager (Resource Allocation: Brand) at British American Tobacco

WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR

• To assist the Snr Marketing Finance Manager with the development and implementation of systems and processes for the management and control of Brand expenditure.
• To co- ordinate the preparation of the marketing budget/plan and to provide accurate and timely information to assist the Brand Team with the monitoring of on-going performance.
• Preparing high quality and accurate buiness case financial analysis for appraising marketing plans/projects in line with required internal governance framework, including support on Post-Implementation Reviews.
• Ensure that all budget holders receive and review their actual expenditure (budget vs actuals analysis and commentary as well) and that the revised estimates are received monthly.
• Ensure accurate financial management and control of marketing capital expenditure across the various functions including Owned Retail Network
• Responsible for Month-end and Financial Year End requirements relating to Brand expenditure and other processes.
• To ensure that the authorisation and approval limits are well communicated and understood by budget managers to ensure proper internal controls.
• Increase the level of financial awareness within the brand marketing function and to raise in particular the financial implications of decisions.
• Assist with the development and implementation of financial procedures in order to ensure that a high level of internal control exists. Provide financial information and advice so that effective decisions can be made.
• Provide financial input to help Brand Management optimise costs (Marketing Spend Effectiveness)

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• A minimum of 4 years relevant financial management experience (including internship / training programs)  
• Ideally at least 2 years of practical commercial finance experience with cross functional exposure
• An undergraduate degree with Finance and Accounting as key subject matters would be required (i.e. M+3)
• Recently qualified or In-Progress CIMA / CA qualification advantageous.
• Good understanding of monthly financial reporting requirements and processes
• Experience working with Shared Services ideal
• Understanding / exposure to SAP and BPC, with understanding of FI / MM / PA modules
• A commercial approach to activities with a thorough understanding of investment appraisal techniques (NPV, Pay-Back period)
• Robust understanding of accounting principles and internal controls
• High proficiency in MS Office Suite
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills as well as the ability to manage relationships across all levels within the company and externally
• Ability to work effectively with teams across different geographies
• Self-starter, ability to prioritise effectively and self-manage

BENEFICIAL:

• Project management skills
• Experience in Power Apps / automation