Finance Analyst

The Finance Analyst is required to provide support to the Finance Department by managing daily account tasks. This role requires application of Knowledge, analytical skills and aptitude to apply the Company’s policies and procedures in completing their tasks.

FINANCE ANALYST (DEMTOCO)

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!

THE DEMERARA TOBACCO COMPANY IS LOOKING FOR A FINANCE ANALYST

SENIORITY LEVEL: Professional

FUNCTION: Finance 

LOCATION: Guyana (Georgetown)

TERM: PERMANENT (FULL-TIME)

CAN THIS BE YOUR FUTURE ROLE?

Do you have knowledge of preparing forecast and budgeting?

Are you familiar with managing Financial KPI’s and the importance of achieving targets?

Do you have hands on experience in assembling and summarizing data on financial status and risks?

Are you competent with spreadsheets, and financial software applications such as SAP?

ROLE SUMMARY

Principal Accountabilities include:

• Co-ordinate and manage the Administration of the Accounts portfolio, supporting the various functions with forecasted projections to aid in the Company’s decision making.

• Co-ordinate the Company’s CASH planning process by working closely with the Area Planning team to produce forecast, ensuring that information provided is timely and accurate and aligned with the strategic and operational goals of the Company.

• Co-ordinate and manage Customer Management in SAP which includes creation and routine maintenance, module closure and reporting.

• Analyze, monitor and co-ordinate the general accounting functions for fixed assets, cross-charged management, Intercompany transactions, treasury, and taxation.

• Prepare special reports, sensitivities, and analysis to aid management decision making and ensure that the financial implications of decisions are considered.

• Support the Finance Manager by preparing a monthly management financial reporting package with clear explanations and in-depth analyses.  Key issues are identified and communicated.

• Prepare, distribute and conduct monthly review meetings with functional managers with a view to aid in the overall understanding of key business drivers to influence improvements in achievement of targets.

• Manage & reconcile cash float used for out-of-pocket costs.

Key Success Factors 

• Ability to act and work on initiative

• Timely and accurate recording and reporting of information

• Preparation of analysis and repot to support business decisions and deadlines

• Achievement of Company financial forecast

• Meeting the reporting requirements

Experience Required

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar position

• Experience in FMCG will be considered an asset.

Technical / Functional / Leadership Skills Required

• Sound understanding of management/financial accounting.

• Excellent Analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work with minimal supervision.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication (written and oral) skills

Education / Qualifications / Certifications Required

• University degree in a related field and completed foundation or Completed CAT

• Advanced Computer skills (Microsoft Office).

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!