Planning Intern

BAT; Monterrey; On-site; MXN 67,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

BAT is seeking a Planning Intern in Punto Valle, Monterrey to support financial planning processes, reporting, and expenditure monitoring. The role requires pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in finance-related fields, availability for 30 hours per week, and advanced Excel/PowerPoint skills.

English proficiency is essential. Ideal candidates will have experience with SAP ECC/EPM and Power BI, and a strong foundation in financial statements and corporate finance.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
• Availability to work 30 hours per week with a schedule that can be adapted to academic commitments.
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.
• Advanced level of English.
• Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze actual financial results against forecasts.
• Review forecast accuracy and identify variances between reporting periods.
• Monitor budgets and coordinate with budget owners.
• Maintain and create financial master data.
• Support accounting-related processes.
• Prepare financial reports and presentations to support business decision-making.
• Assist with financial projects within the Planning area.
• Propose and support initiatives to improve analytical tools and results evaluation processes.
• Collaborate with Finance, Accounting, HR, Facilities, Operations Finance, CORA, and GBS stakeholders as needed.

Skills

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Advanced English

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

SAP ECC

SAP EPM

Power BI

Databases

Job description

BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business. Our purpose is to build A Better Tomorrow by creating a smokeless world.

To achieve our ambition, we are looking for people who are ready to join us on this journey. Tomorrow can’t wait, let’s make it happen together!

British American Tobacco Mexico has an exciting opportunity for an Planning Intern in Punto Valle, Monterrey.

What are the key objectives and expectations from this role?

Support financial planning processes, reporting activities, and the review and monitoring of expenditure execution.

RESPONSABILITIES

• Analyze actual financial results against forecasts.
• Review forecast accuracy and identify variances between reporting periods.
• Monitor budgets and coordinate with budget owners.
• Maintain and create financial master data.
• Support accounting-related processes.
• Prepare financial reports and presentations to support business decision-making.
• Assist with financial projects within the Planning area.
• Propose and support initiatives to improve analytical tools and results evaluation processes.
• Collaborate with Finance, Accounting, HR, Facilities, Operations Finance, CORA, and GBS stakeholders as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with SAP ECC, EPM, and Power BI.
• Knowledge of financial statements, accounting principles, and corporate finance.
• Experience working with databases.

Education / Qualifications / Certifications Required

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Availability to work 30 hours per week with a schedule that can be adapted to academic commitments.
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.
• Advanced level of English.
• Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.

WHAT WE OFFER YOU

• Our range of benefits varies by country and includes a variety of healthcare plans, work-life balance initiatives, transportation support, and flexible vacation days with additional incentives.
• Your career growth with us has no limits; it is driven by your aspirations. Join BAT and become part of an environment that promotes internal mobility and advancement, where career progression is not just a promise, it is a reality that we are eager to build together. Seize the opportunity and take charge of your development; your next chapter starts here.
• You will have access to online learning platforms and personalized development programs designed to strengthen your leadership capabilities.
• We prioritize continuous improvement within a transformational environment, preparing us to adapt and thrive through constant change.

WHY JOIN BAT?

We are one of the very few companies recognized as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute, certified for providing outstanding employee conditions.

Collaboration, inclusion, and partnership are at the heart of everything we do at BAT. Our purpose is to enable every individual to thrive, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, marital or partnership status, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, color, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, skills, experience, education, socioeconomic and professional background, veteran status, perspectives, or ways of thinking. We believe that embracing diverse talent makes us stronger and better equipped to achieve our business goals.

We view career breaks as opportunities, not obstacles. Through our Global Returners Program, we support professionals who are looking to restart their careers after an extended absence from the workforce (for example, time spent caring for family, parental leave, national service, a sabbatical, and/or launching their own business).

Come and bring your difference and discover the opportunities available to you at BAT. Learn more about our culture and award-winning employee experience here.

If you require any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best during the recruitment process, we encourage you to let us know. We are fully committed to supporting you so that you can demonstrate your full potential.