Business Controls Analyst

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!

ROLE POSITIONING AND OBJECTIVES

The role is responsible for completing SOx Design and Operating Efficiency testing in line with agreed test plans.

He/She undertakes Internal Controls advisory and assurance activities and report findings using structured tools and techniques to support the internal control process.

Also, she/he will work within a team of specialists, providing internal control expertise, advice and mentorship and promotes an awareness of risk management and control practices with BAT management.

Reports to: Manager- Business Controls

Reporting Level: Manage Self

Geographic Scope: Global

WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR

• Support the development of the overall role of the Business Controls Team as a second line of defence within BAT
• Perform SOx testing and reporting to SOx Test Manager to agreed timelines
• Communicate issues noted from SOx testing to key partners
• Support Control Owners to develop remediation plans and address issues in a timely manner
• Supervise and report on outstanding actions relating to SOx findings
• Ensuring all work is fully detailed in line with the BCT Methodology and the SOx Testing process, reflecting current good practice in internal controls
• Certain elements of Controls Advisory and Assurance work will need to be completed in line with Audit Standards to enable reliance from External Audit
• Support and participate in the delivery of training to Control Operators and Owners to support the efficiency of internal controls over financial reporting across the Group

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Degree educated with relevant professional Internal Controls qualification (ACA, ACCA or equivalent, CIA, IIA, CISA)
• 2-3 years, risk internal controls or audit experience with significant accounting firm or corporate proven experience
• Experience in global FMCG or similar dynamic operating environment
• Good knowledge of internal controls practices, principles and procedures and corporate governance requirements for a global Group, including Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICoFR)
• Experience of one or more of BAT’s core business functions, including operations, marketing, finance and IT
• Knowledge of SOx best practice, testing and reporting approaches
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to articulate control issues, risk, impact and recommendations to management
• Experience in internal or external audit, or other SOx testing of business processes, and able to identify control gaps and provide recommendation to address the issue

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

Internal

• Align BCT activities with the review activities of other BAT departments, . other Line of Defence Teams including Compliance, EH&S, Global Security, IT Security, and Internal Audit.
• Promotes an awareness of risk management and control practices and builds effective working relationships.
• Provides advice, mentorship and feedback in the areas of risk management and internal controls.

External

• Alignment of BAT SOx testing with external audit test schedules and test plans.
• Liaison with and management of third party SOx testing staff.

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 withBAT 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!

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