**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 COSTA RICA IS LOOKING FOR AN COMMERCIAL FINANCE MANAGER**
**JOB TITLE**:Commercial Finance Manager
**SALARY RANGE**:Competitive + Excellent benefits + Market leading bonus
**LOCATION**:Heredia, Costa Rica
**ROLE POSITIONING AND OBJECTIVES**
**WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR**
- Monthly profitability analysis reports (by State and by Account, Total Customer Investment)
- Data completeness, accuracy and analysis
- Timely data loads into Power BI
- Follow up with IDT to resolve open data issues
- Support transition to full P&L profitability analysis with evolution project
- Evolution transition
- Lead tester for ATM commercial finance (DBS)
- Ensure evolution changes meets minimum requirements to deliver our reporting ambition with ease
- Lead the simplification and automation of;
- Monthly review reports
- Profitability analysis reports
- Proactive business partner supporting/ handling crucial team members
- Controls environment: Clear understanding of processes and procedures in place
- Support/lead the development of financial modeling and provide scenario analyses to drive commercial business decisions. Must be able to operate effectively under pressure and in ambiguous environment.
- Build and sustain strong business partnering relationships across the Trade functions
- Prepare the monthly strategic account profitability, review total customer investment.
- Accountable for team routines measuring key topline Key Performance Indicators (critical metrics) - volume, price/mix, revenue drivers.
**ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE**
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related area
- 5+ years of experience in Accounting, Financial Analysis, or related area
- Proficient in English
- Solid understanding of finance / analytics
- Demonstrate commercial acumen
- Ability to perform under pressure and navigate through ambiguity
- A well-organized individual able to plan a prioritize time effectively
- Capacity for innovation
- High proficiency in Power BI, Micro strategy, BPC and SAP skills and detailed knowledge of Microsoft Office including Excel and PowerPoint is crucial for the role.
- Ability to think strategically, with strong influencing and leadership skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Open minded individual capable of challenging status quo to deliver better results
- A self-starter able to deliver solid outcomes with mínimal supervision
- Continuously improve self through trainings and development opportunities available
- Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to make quick decisions, use good judgment, and ask relevant questions
- High sense of urgency, work ethic, and must be flexible
- Ability to work under mínimal direct supervision; must be a self-starter
- Must demonstrate financial responsibility and reliability
- Must be detail oriented
- Ability to challenge the status quo as vital
**BENEFICIAL**
- CPA, MBA, or Master of Accounting.
**WE ARE BAT**
At BAT we are committed to our Purpose of crafting 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 balanced companies.
**BELONGING, ACHIEVING, TOGETHER**
Collaboration, diversity, and partnership 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!