Job Description

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 MALAYSIA IS LOOKING FOR AN ASSISTANT MANAGER - CONTROLLERSHIP

SENIORITY LEVEL: Management

FUNCTION: Global Business Services Finance

SALARY RANGE: RM7,000 - RM9,500 + excellent benefits + market leading bonus

LOCATION: Selangor, Malaysia

ROLE POSITIONING AND OBJECTIVES

This role is part of GBS Corporate Finance Team.

The primary responsibility of the role is to proactively drive the delivery of Group Statutory & Management Reporting in accordance with Accounting Standards and Governance Controls. The role includes delivering Half Year, Fast Close and Year End financial reporting while identifying Operational Efficiencies in key areas to achieve BAU results.

Reports to: Corporate Finance Manager

Reporting Level: Manages Self

Geographic Scope: Direct Business Units Scope

WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR

• Ensuring that month end close activities, statutory and management financial reporting (actual financials) are performed on time and in compliance with SOX.
• Serve as a subject matter expert to local accounting standards and supports Corporate Finance Manager.
• Support in external and internal audit engagements.
• Ensure timely analysis, identification, communication and resolution of balance sheet account reconciliation issues to avoid frauds and potential monetary losses due to inappropriate accounting practices
• Preparation and delivery OTIF of the control navigator exercise to avoid any business disruption because of a control breakdown as well as any monetary losses
• Facilitate year-end audit and quarterly Bursa reporting by dealing with external auditors and performing financial analysis
• Maintains lease schedule and CAPEX budget tracking
• Provide mentorship to subordinates and steer the team to continuously deliver value and results

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• At least 5-7 years of experience in a global FMCG or similar dynamic operating environment
• Understand the impact of the accounting processes and practices and any changes in accounting standards
• A detailed understanding and knowledge of relevant finance tools and systems, specifically BI/BPC or SAP equivalent
• Strong communication and inter-personal skills to support key stakeholders.
• Able to identify process and reporting improvements and proactively implement solutions.
• Meticulous, analytical, proactive, and can work under pressure with minimum supervision
• Able and willing to provide mentorship to subordinates, strong leadership traits and capability
• Degree educated or with professional accountancy qualification (CA/ACCA/CIMA/CPA) preferred

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BENEFICIAL

• Experience of working in an external audit industry

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 WomenaEUR(TM)s Day Best Practice winner
• Seal Award winner - one of 50 most sustainable companies

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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!