Commercial Finance Analyst (Rolling Intake)

About BAT Malaysia

British American Tobacco (BAT) Malaysia is a subsidiary of British American Tobacco, one of the world's largest tobacco companies. Popular cigarette brands that are produced by BAT are Dunhill, Benson & Hedges, and Lucky Strike in Malaysia. The company has been operating in Malaysia for over 100 years and is committed to sustainable business practices.

Your role

This role is responsible to provide timely proactive financial evaluation, information, and advice that enables Commercial & Trade teams and management to develop and implement effective plans and take informed decisions. In addition, this role is also responsible to help build strong financial and commercial awareness within the whole Commercial and Trade function including an effective internal control environment.

A commercial finance analyst will report to the Commercial Finance Lead. You will be accountable for the following tasks:

• Supporting Commercial Finance Executives in analyzing Trade Financials and Key Performance Indicators, to facilitate effective decision-making and improve efficiency and effectiveness of spend.
• Performing month-end closing activities through processing journal postings or accounting entries, and Balance Sheet Reconciliation.
• Managing various system-driven activities - Master Data maintenance, Pricing data release in company ERP (SAP) & Trade Sales system, Update pricing and trading terms in BPC system.
• Posting delivery orders in the Trade Sales System and performing reconciliation against company ERP (SAP).
• Managing customer rebates & reconciliations and intercompany recharges.
• Daily query management with Trade Reps through telephonic conversation or other suitable platforms.
• Ad hoc support as required by Commercial Finance Managers / Executives and Trade teams in BAT Fiji.

Training & development

BAT has a learning and training program for employees, especially in leadership skills. BAT has also a learning program named the Women in Leadership programme and the Global Graduate Academy. They also have a new programme called the GLM120 A Better Tomorrow™ Programme. The program provided learning in:

•  sustainable net turnover growth
•  ESG, science, and regulation
•  impact and influence
•  leading innovation

Compensation & benefits

The employer stated that as a Commercial Finance Analyst at BAT Malaysia, you will get a market salary, excellent benefits, and a market-leading bonus.

Career progression

The Commercial Finance Analyst will be placed at the GBS Finance function. The seniority level for this position is non-management. BAT provides a wide range of career progression for those who have excellent performance. 

Work-life balance

Some reviews at Glassdoor indicate that BAT has applied a good work-life balance for the employees. The company is trying hard to implement a work-life balance with flexible hours and work-from-home options. You can also manage to take time off. Moreover, you will not be burdened with any work when off-day and the company rarely asks you to work overtime.

Culture & vibe

BAT ethos is about being bold, fast, empowered, responsible, and diverse to create a future-fit culture. As a multinational company, BAT appreciates diversity and teamwork. The company has a spacious office design with a fun working atmosphere so that you can enjoy working.

About you

The key success factors for this job are:

• Flexibility to deal with ad hoc requirements and to work for GMT+12 time zone.
• Effective working relations and Business Partnering through Consistent and accurate Finance support to Finance and Commercial/ Trade team in Fiji.
• Ability to produce reliable reporting and ensure key financial controls.

To apply for this position, you must have these essential experience, skills, and knowledge:

• Basic understanding and knowledge on Finance with relevant educational background.
• Ability to communicate fluently in English with different stakeholders in Fiji through virtual platforms.
• Dedicated and proactive individual with ability to handle & complete own responsibilities with minimal direct supervision.

How to apply

To apply for this job, simply click the button "Apply on employer site" below. We will direct you to BAT Malaysia's official link for this vacancy. Be sure that you've read all of the requirements mentioned above.