**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 FINANCE MANAGER-COMMERCIAL/OPERATION FINANCE (PIPELINE)**
**SENIORITY LEVEL**:Managerial
**FUNCTION**: Finance
**SALARY RANGE**:Competitive Salary + Excellent benefits + Market leading bonus
**LOCATION**:Heredia, Costa Rica
**ROLE POSITIONING AND OBJECTIVES**
**Reports to**:Senior operation/commercial manager
**Reporting Level**:1-2 direct reports
**Geographic Scope**:US
**WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR**
- Monthly Actuals vs Forecast analysis and guarantee financial statement lines (P&L, B/S, and CF).
- Support monthly review meetings with analysis by product category and identify risks and opportunities to be presented to the end market Leadership Team.
- Guarantee SOX controls are executed and maintained. Clear understanding of processes and procedures in place.
- Lead the simplification and automation. Engage with stakeholders to promote commercial-driven discussions while execute process optimizations, improving business performance.
- Proactive business partner supporting/managing key stakeholders.
- Support/lead the development of financial modeling and provide scenario analysis to drive commercial business decisions. Must be able to operate effectively under pressure and in an ambiguous environment.
- Develop and sustain strong business partnering relationships across Commercial and Operations Teams.
- Accountable for team routines measuring key topline Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
**ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE**
- 8+ years of experience in Accounting, Financial Analysis, or related areas.
- Strong knowledge of finance/analytics and demonstrated commercial acumen.
- Ability to make quick decisions, use good judgment, and ask relevant questions.
- High sense of urgency and work ethic,
- Must demonstrate financial responsibility and reliability.
- Must be detail-oriented.
- Detailed knowledge of Microsoft Office including Excel and PowerPoint is a must.
- Fluent in English -Advanced level.
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related area.
**BENEFICIAL**
- CPA, MBA, or Master of Accounting.
- High proficiency in Power BI MicroStrategy, BPC, and SAP skills is a plus for the role.
**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!