Finance and Admin Coordinator Job at British American Tobacco

British American Tobacco is all about freedom of choice - whether it’s our people or our products. Combined with our entrepreneurial spirit, it’s what’s driven our phenomenal success. We started trading tobacco over a hundred years ago. Today, we’re a multibillion dollar company with more than 200 brands in our portfolio. With robust positions in each of our regional markets, our future looks equally bright too.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Finance and Admin Coordinator

Job Location: Nigeria
Job type: Full-time
Organization: British American Tobacco Nigeria Foundation (BATN Foundation)

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and propose procure-to-pay initiatives and ensure cost-effective solutions to meet the Foundation’s requirements.
• Maintain the Foundation’s budget to ensure that resources are used in the most effective and efficient manner.
• Evaluate and analyze financial outcomes to ensure that results are achieved cost-effectively.
• Provide feedback on the effectiveness and efficiency of financial management during the implementation of development programs.
• Continually develop and implement programs and solutions to improve the financial management of the Foundation for a more professional and efficient approach.
• Accounts Payable management to track payments of transactions.
• Prepare the annual financial statements of the Foundation to be reported to key stakeholders.
• Stakeholder management and engagement in the preparation of monthly financial management reports for BATN Foundation (Income and Expenditure Statement, Cash Flow Statement, and Balance Sheet) with key commentaries.
• Coordinate the quality management system for the Foundation.
• Lead the Records Management Coordination for the Foundation, ensuring records are kept in line with BAT Records Management guidelines.

Administrative Responsibilities:

• Manage the work schedule (calendars, visits, and work plans) for the General Manager.
• Prepare and develop memos and other evidential documentation.
• Coordinate weekly meetings and engagements for the Foundation.
• Provide administrative support to the project manager and team.
• Support in the deployment of RFPs and other relevant documentation to procurement.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Experience
Educational Background:

• Minimum of a First Degree or equivalent in Accounting or a related field.

Professional Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience within the Finance Function.
• Expertise in bookkeeping, financial analysis, and reporting.

Technical Skills:

• Financial and administrative expertise.
• Proficiency in computer applications (Excel fluency is essential).

Soft Skills:

• Good communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Resource management capabilities.

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.