**BAT is evolving at pace - truly like no other organisation.**
**To achieve the ambition, we have set for ourselves, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to live our ethos every day. Come be a part of this journey!**
**BAT** **IS LOOKING FOR A **COMMERCIAL FINANCE ASSISTANT MANAGER**
**SENIORITY LEVEL**:Junior Management
**FUNCTION**:Finance
**SALARY RANGE**:Competitive salary + excellent benefits + market leading bonus
**LOCATION**:Heredia ,Costa Rica
**ROLE POSITIONING AND OBJECTIVES**
This role is part of GBS HR. This Lead Finance Manager role will business partner with a cross-functional team to provide beneficial support in driving the growth of our portfolio.
**Reports to**:Senior Finance Manager
**Reporting Level**:Management
**Geographic Scope**:United States
**WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR**
- Support/lead the development of financial modeling and provide scenario analyses to drive commercial business decisions. Must be able tooperate effectively under pressure and in ambiguous environment.
- Participate in the monthly forecasting and closing processes. Identify standard methodologies and standardize where possible.
- Build and sustain strong business partnering relationships across the Revenue Growth Management, Operations and Trade functions
- Lead brand analytics to improve the return on brand investments and develop recommendations for investment optimization.
- Develop and present analytics to the organization that highlights business risks and opportunities. Accountable for team routines measuring keytopline Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
- Develop robust reporting package and critical metrics to support the on-going management of our business.
- Contribute to Monthly Brand Review by developing valuable financial insights. Responsible for performance and documentation of various internalcontrols.
- Provide leadership and coordination to drive continuous department/ improvement in execution. Assist/lead special projects as needed.
**ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, AND KNOWLEDGE**
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related area.
- 3+ years of experience in Accounting, Financial Analysis (FP&A), or related area
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English (B2+ / C1)
- High proficiency in PC skills and detailed knowledge of Microsoft Office including Excel, SAP and PowerPoint.
- Strong knowledge of finance / analytics. Capacity for innovation.
- Ability to think strategically, with strong influencing and leadership skills, must demonstrate financial responsibility and reliability.
- Ability to make quick decisions, use good judgment, and ask relevant questions.
- Demonstrate commercial competence.
**BENEFICIAL**
CPA, MBA, or Master of Accounting is a plus.
**WE ARE BAT**
At BAT we are committed to our Purpose of creating A Better Tomorrow. This is what drives our people and our passion for innovation. **See what is possible for you at BAT.**
- Global Top Employer with 53,000 BAT people across more than 180 markets
- Brands sold in over 200 markets, made in 44 factories in 42 countries
- Newly established Tech Hubs building world-class capabilities for innovation in 4 strategic locations
- Diversity leader in the Financial Times and International Women's Day Best Practice winner
- Seal Award winner - one of 50 most sustainable companies
**BELONGING, ACHIEVING, TOGETHER**
Collaboration, diversity and teamwork underpin everything we do here at BAT. We know that collaborating with colleagues from different backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals. **Come bring your difference!