BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business. With products like VELO, VUSE and GLO we are on a mission to decrease the health impact of our industry
To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to Be The Change. Come, join us on this journey!
British American Tobacco GBS has an exciting opportunity for a role of Global Process Expert – Excise (Flexible Location)
Excise is the largest tax collected by the Group. Establishing and embedding a tight control framework for the reconciliation and reporting of Excise is crucial. The incumbent will need to act as a Subject Matter Expert, providing vital skills to support continuous improvement and process adherence alongside guidelines and tools to enable reporting compliance for entities across the organisation.
The Global Process Expert (GPE) for Excise uses their extensive process and leadership expertise to craft aan efficientOperating model and to drive the transformation initiatives to improve processes that are related to Excise from end to end perspective.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Provide leadership on Excise process design globally by working closely with senior business partners to ensure a robust compliance, process and control environment is embedded in the organisation.
- Will need to business partner with key functions within the organisation to support the dynamic fast changing business operations as the group transitions to a multi category and smokeless world.
- Ensure key controls, guidelines and processes, including SOx and Control Navigator, are brought together and updated, ownership of controls identified and communicated, and controls regularly reviewed and subsequently updated for Excise related processes
- Develop and deliver training materials alongside guidelines and procedure related to the Excise processes.
- Develop and be responsible for a clear Excise operating model, outlining key performance indicators to measure business impact.
- Define and embed the role of technology in handling the Excise processes and reporting environment.
- Assess current tools and technologies usage and seek for improvements and automation for an efficient execution of excise processes
- Accepts change and looks for new opportunities to quickly learn the new ways and identify solutions in cases of business transformation and legislative demand at local/regional/global level
What are we looking for?
- Shown expertise in Excise processes in a multinational environment with at least 5 years’ related management experience in either a leading FMCG/CPG or hands-on consultancy specialising on Excise Tax
- Functional expertise in the area of General Finance, Taxation and systems specific to Excise (eg SAP/S4)
- Strong Eye For Business and relevant working experience in multinational matrix organizations
- Expert level experience and shown capability to translate business model changes into effective Operating Model
- Ability to navigate sophisticated and ambiguous environments.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence partners at all levels in a matrix organisation
- Solution mentality, think creatively, positive demeanor, and work towards results
- Clear thinker with ability to develop, communicate and deliver clear strategy and action plans
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.
At BAT, we champion collaboration, inclusion, and partnership as the bedrock of our values. We wish to foster an environment where every individual can thrive, irrespective of factors such as 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, as well as diverse perspectives and thinking styles. We recognise that our strength lies in embracing talent from all walks of life, empowering us to develop our culture of inclusivity and better achieve our business objectives.
We view career breaks not as obstacles but as opportunities and encourage everyone, without hesitation, to apply. Through our Global Returners program, we provide support to professionals seeking to re-enter the workforce after an extended absence, be it for family care, parental leave, national service, sabbatical, or starting their 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.
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