Expression of Interest: Corporate Finance Manager

The British American Tobacco Group; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the FMCG sector is seeking a Corporate Finance Manager to work in their Malaysia office. This role involves overseeing financial forecasting, reporting, and analysis, requiring strong collaboration with various teams. Candidates should have significant experience in corporate finance, accounting principles, and expertise in finance systems to drive business performance effectively.

Benefits

Market leading annual performance bonus

Diverse health plans and work-life balance initiatives

Online learning platforms and personalized growth programs

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7–9 years of experience in corporate finance or global FMCG.
• Strong analytical and risk awareness skills.
• Excellent command of English, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and report key financial indicators to drive business performance.
• Lead forecasting and planning processes while collaborating across functions.
• Manage financial risks and ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Financial forecasting

Financial analysis

Risk management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Professional qualifications such as CA, ACCA, CIMA, or CPA

Tools

SAP

BI/BPC

Job description

BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business. Our purpose is to create A Better Tomorrow by Building a Smokeless World.
To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to join us on this journey! Tomorrow can’t wait, let’s shape it together!

BAT’s Digital Business Solutionshas an exciting opportunity for a Corporate Finance Managerin Selangor, Malaysia.

The incumbent of this role will be working in the Corporate Finance team for APMEA. It is an extension of the end market team sitting in GBS Centre in Malaysia. This manager is responsible for financial forecasting, reporting, and analysis to support senior finance partners and key business meetings, with a strong focus on a market. This role involves collaboration with the Financial Controller, CFOM team, and regional stakeholders, overseeing P&L planning, cash flow, treasury, accounting, and compliance activities. Key responsibilities include driving the monthly SOP process, managing financial risks and controls, and ensuring timely and high-quality completion of all planning and reporting tasks while aligning with DBS goals of standardization and scalability.

Your key responsibilities will include:

Profit & Loss

• Monitor, review, and report key financial indicators to drive business performance and ensure alignment with financial frameworks (SOP cycles, budget reviews, forecasting).

• Lead monthly forecasting and planning processes, support S&OP meetings, and provide financial scenarios and insights to partners.
• Streamline and automate financial processes, ensure SOPs are up-to-date, and support control documentation requirements.
• Work closely with commercial and corporate finance teams, and engage with cross-functional GBS teams for operational improvement.
• Deliver timely and accurate financials (P&L, cash flow, QPR), support ad hoc analysis, and leverage systems like SAP and BI.
• Provide direction to the Corporate Finance team, conduct performance appraisals, and cultivate a high-performance and cost-conscious culture.
• Manage internal and external audits, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting and documentation.

Controllership

• Ensure timely resolution of reconciliation issues to mitigate fraud and accounting errors.
• Coordinate accurate and timely financial closing with all relevant finance functions.
• Lead SOx compliance and internal control testing, ensuring timely remediation and compliance.
• Support control navigator exercises and risk register assessments to identify and mitigate potential disruptions.
• Handle audit queries (internal, external, tax, customs) to ensure full compliance and transparency.

Cash & Treasury

• Maintain accurate daily, weekly, and monthly cash forecasts; analyze trends and collaborate cross-functionally to refine projections.
• Improve working capital by managing AR, payment terms, liquidity, and cost-saving initiatives.
• Oversee banking activities, investments, and financing (e.g., factoring), while ensuring sufficient liquidity and optimal returns.
• Report on key cash metrics (e.g., OCF, FCF, AR), prepare monthly BATCASH reports, and deliver ad-hoc analysis.
• Identify risks (e.g., FX, tax, credit) and develop strategies to protect cash flow.
• Drive system enhancements and implement tools to boost efficiency and visibility in cash management through proactive involvement and interaction.

What are we looking for?

• Minimum of 7–9 years of progressive experience in a global FMCG or corporate finance environment.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, processes, and the impact of changes in accounting standards.
• Proficient in finance systems and tools, particularly BI/BPC and SAP or their equivalents.

• Established track record in leading projects and enhancing execution, including effective management of remote partners.
• Excellent command of English, both written and verbal.
• Highly analytical, meticulous, proactive, and capable of working under pressure with minimal supervision.
• Strong risk awareness with the ability to design and implement effective internal controls.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent experience is required; professional qualifications such as CA, ACCA, CIMA, or CPA are highly desirable.

What we offer you?
• We offer a market leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility)
• Our range of benefits varies by country and includes diverse health plans, initiatives for work-life balance, transportation support, and a flexible holiday plan with additional incentives
• Your journey with us isn't limited by boundaries; it's propelled by your aspirations. Join us at BAT and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression isn't just a statement – it's a reality we're eager to build together. Seize the opportunity and own your development; your next chapter starts here.
• You'll have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills
• We prioritise continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes

WHY JOIN BAT?
We’re one of the few companies named as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute – certified in offering excellent employee conditions.

Collaboration, inclusion and partnership underpin everything we do here at BAT. We are looking forward to enabling every individual to thrive, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, skills, experience, education, socio-economic and professional background, veteran status, perspectives and thinking styles. We know that embracing talent from all backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals.

We see the career breaks as opportunities not obstacles. Through The Global Returners program, we support professionals looking to restart their careers after an extended absence from the workforce (e.g. time out caring for family, parental leave, national service, sabbatical and/or starting an own venture).

Come bring your difference and see what is possible for you at BAT. Learn more about our culture and our award winning employee experience here.

If you require any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best during the recruitment process, you are encouraged to notify us. We are fully committed to support you by making appropriate arrangements for you to demonstrate your full potential.

Disclaimer: We might not have an open role at this moment, but, because our work environment is very dynamic, we are encouraging you to apply for this position and, the moment we have a suitable position for your profile the Recruitment Team will contact you as soon as possible.