Senior Planning and Reporting Analyst

at  British American Tobacco

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Proven experience as a Jr Finance Analyst, Jr Finance Assistant or similar role, at least 1 year;
• Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to work in a team environment;
• Ability to work in a rapidly changing environment;
• Great attention to detail with ability to spot numerical errors;
• Degree in Finance, Accounting or Economics;
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, Excel in particular;
• Familiarity with accounting software (ex. SAP);
• Fluency in English

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

ROLE POSITIONING AND OBJECTIVES

Reports to: Planning and reporting manager
Reporting Level: Non management
Geographic Scope: East and Southen Africa area
This role is part of: The Senior Finance Analyst will provide support to P&R team by managing daily planning and reporting tasks. He will be part of a team of professionals working to maintain order and transparency for the company’s finances.
The role is responsible for: Preparing financial statements, reconciliations and reporting are a large part of the junior reporting analyst’s day-to-day work. The ideal candidate will be able to work comfortably with numbers and has attention to detail.

WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR

• Ensure accruals and provisions are posted based on IFRS requirements;
• Analyze financial statements for statutory reporting;
• Prepare and analyze monthly forecasts and annual budgets for management reporting;
• Review weekly/monthly reports;
• Assist senior managers in the preparation of monthly/yearly closings;
• Collaborates with other departments by collecting and providing financial information;
• Ensure the financials are Audit and SOX compliant;
• Sensitivities and performance monitoring on a monthly basis;