**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 a FACILITIES FINANCE MANAGER**
**ROLE POSITIONING AND OBJECTIVES**
We are looking for a Lead Finance Manager who will bring innovation, creativity, and a good attitude to our team. This position is a highly visible, integral part of the Finance team offering opportunities for growth
- Reports to: Senior Manager Operations Finance
- Reporting Level: No direct reports.
- Geographic Scope: USA
**WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR**
- Develop and sustain strong business partnering relationships across internal Operations Finance, Accounting, and EHS functions as well as with key external stakeholder
- Responsible for timely and accurate tracking of facilities projects and related spend
- Drive process to execute CapEx project set-up forms, monitor and review project progress on an ongoing basis and reflect financial impacts accurately in actuals and financial forecasting
- Lead monthly OpEx and CapEx SOPs by coordinating with key internal and external stakeholders to develop reasonably accurate forecasts and deliver management summaries and reports highlighting insights
- Complete journal entries and accruals as needed to reflect actual spend activity
- Compare actuals and forecasts on a monthly basis to identify variances and investigate drivers providing insights and trends to key stakeholders
- Lead and coordinate with key stakeholders the review and approval of assets created through projects and direct purchases as well as ensure appropriate disposal of assets
- Perform quarterly audits of external supplier management fees and related operating expenses for compliance with master contract
- Maintain project tracking tools and satisfaction surveys to deliver robust KPI reporting
- Complete fixed asset physical inventories across facilities
- Support management and execution of real estate transactions including donations, sales and acquisitions
- Assist/lead special projects as needed
**CAN THIS BE YOUR FUTURE ROLE?**
Do you have at 5+ years of experience in Accounting, Financial Analysis, or related area?
Are you fluent in English?
**ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE**
- 5+ years of experience in Accounting, Financial Analysis, or related area.
- Financial forecasting and accounting experience required.
- Strong knowledge of finance / analytics.
- Demonstrate commercial acumen.
- Ability to perform under pressure and navigate through ambiguity.
- Capacity for innovation.
- High proficiency in PC skills and detailed knowledge of Microsoft Office including Excel and PowerPoint.
- Ability to think strategically, with strong influencing and leadership skills.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- 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 supervision; must be a self-starter.
- Must demonstrate financial responsibility and reliability.
- Must be detail oriented.
- Ability to challenge the status quo as necessary.
- Fluent in English.
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related area.
**BENEFICIAL**
- CPA, MBA, or Master of Accounting.
**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 extraordinary 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!