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 DIGITAL BUSINESS SOLUTION IS LOOKING FOR A SENIOR BUSINESS CONTROLS ANALYST

SENIORITY LEVEL: Mid-Senior Management Level

FUNCTION: Finance - Business Controls & SOX

SALARY RANGE: Starting from RM 12,500 + Excellent Benefits + Market Leading Bonus

LOCATION: Sunway Geo Tower, Bandar Sunway, Selangor

ROLE POSITIONING AND OBJECTIVES

This position manages and develops Business Controls Senior Analysts/ Business Controls Analysts to ensure BCT\'s objectives are achieved. Ensure timely reporting of Internal Controls related work in a clear and concise manner to relevant governance forums and assists in the development of the overall role of the BCT Team as a second line of defense within BAT.

Leads and manages SOx, Control Advisory and Assurance work and deliverables, and to ensure that it is completed in line with the BCT Methodology, including quality measures and timeliness.

Undertakes Internal Controls Assurance activities and report findings using structured tools and techniques to support the internal control process.

Provides internal control expertise, advice and mentorship and promotes an awareness of risk management and control practices with BAT management.

Reports to: Business Controls Manager

Geographic Scope: Global Functional / Regional

WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR

• Manages SOx, Control Advisory and Assurance work and deliverables, in line with annual Business Controls Team plan.
• Monitoring and reviewing SOx, Control Advisory and Assurance work and deliverables i.e. management\'s SOx testing, to ensure that it is completed in line with the BCT Methodology, including quality measures and timeliness.
• Manages Internal Controls assurance activities and ensure certain elements of Controls Assurance work is completed in line with Auditing Standards to enable reliance from External Audit.
• Review action plans with management to bring about the necessary improvements in the processes to address the control gaps.
• Support Control Owners to develop strong remediation plans arising from SOx testing, Immediately Reportable Incidents (IRI), Control Navigator (CN) etc. and address issues in a timely manner.
• Provide recommendations to improve the quality of the overall risk management and internal control practices.
• Lead and manage the planning and execution of SOx design and operating effectiveness testing in line with agreed testing schedules.
• Communicate results of SOx testing to key stakeholders in a timely manner.
• Track and report on outstanding actions relating to SOx findings, IRI and CN to key stakeholders and governance forums.
• Ensure all work is fully documented in line with the BCT Methodology and the SOx Testing process, reflecting current good practice in internal controls.
• Support and provide controls advisory to End Markets and GBS on any new projects and programmes, changes in business processes.
• Support as key member in particular core business processes in delivering key deliverables for FG, DRG and GPO forums, liaison with PDTE and external stakeholders (e.g., auditors) on any controls related matter.
• Delivery of training to Control Operators and Owners to support the effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting across the Group.
• Coordinate or participate the delivery of training to BCT staff, End Market and GBS to support the global delivery of Internal Controls services across the Group.
• Line management responsibility for outsourced partners for SOx testing, and Business Controls Team management responsibility for individual assignments (e.g. SOx testing). This includes active coaching, timely and clear feedback on their performance and development needs.
• To assist in driving the delivery of the Three Lines of Defence model an Internal Controls Framework within BAT.

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• 3+ years risk, internal controls and audit experience with significant accounting firm or corporate industry experience.
• Experience dealing with external auditors, statutory and regulatory bodies.
• Experience in global FMCG or similar dynamic operating environment and a good understanding of the tobacco business.
• Good knowledge of internal controls practices, principles and procedures and corporate governance requirements for a global Group, including Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICoFR).
• Experience of one or more of BAT\'s core business functions, including operations, marketing, finance and IT.
• Knowledge of internal controls practices, principles and procedures and corporate governance requirements for a group operating globally.
• Understanding of Risk Management and Internal Controls best practices.
• Knowledge of SOx best practice and testing and reporting approaches.
• Experience in internal or external audit, or other SOx testing of IT or business processes, and able to identify control gaps, provide recommendation to address the issue and conclude testing results independently.
• Experience in managing diverse teams, including active coaching and providing constructive feedback in completion of key BCT deliverables. Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to articulate control issues, risk, impact and recommendations to management.
• Organised and structured day to day working style with the ability to effectively multi-task.
• Knowledge of BAT\'s Internal Audit approach, including testing and reporting practices, and how it can be applied to Business Controls work is preferred.Degree educated with relevant professional Internal Controls qualification (ACA, ACCA or equivalent, CIA, IIA, CISA)

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!

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