Financial Manager
2026-03-20T08:13:43+00:00
British American Tobacco (BAT)
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FULL_TIME
Marketing, Sales and Service
Management, Accounting & Finance, Agribusiness
2026-03-27T17:00:00+00:00
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Background information about the job or company (e.g., role context, company overview)
Few companies founded in 1902 are still going from strength to strength. Fewer still are leaders in more than 55 markets. And with one billion adult smokers around the world, we manufacture the cigarettes chosen by around one in eight of them. We take our business and our impact very seriously. We know the tobacco industry is a controversial one, and so i...Read more about this company
Responsibilities or duties
Delivery of Agri-business company plan commitments
Provision of timely and accurate financial management information relating to Leaf, forecast accuracy of leaf costs including blends, working capital and a cause of change for any variances
Challenging status quo on potential productivity savings opportunities including participation in loss analysis and ideas generating forums
Proactive management and accurate reporting of losses including early warnings of potential risks
Ensure appropriate treatment of import duties, levies and costs relating to leaf
Liaise with auditors to ensure timely completion of audits and compliance with regulatory requirements.
Accurate cashflow and working capital management of Leaf related inputs
Drive the control environment on asset and inventory management.
Drive compliance to internal controls and engage the Leaf and GLT team to inspire a culture of continuous improvement including driving a controls culture
External relationship engagement to gain insights and leverage to achieve deliverables and support our business interests.
Support site accreditations qualification agenda
Implement processes to proactively manage and meet trade blocs threshold compliance
Liaise with key stakeholders to expand breadth of knowledge, technical expertise and collaborate to achieve business objectives
Work with Shared Service Teams to ensure accuracy of cost roll up forecasts
Working with Area/Regional Operations Finance Teams on information requests
Develop leadership skills for own career advancement
Contribute to shaping BAT’s inclusive culture by demonstrating the right behaviors
Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)
Financial or audit background with a professional accountancy qualification (such as ACCA, CPA) and a relevant university degree.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Prior experience in an FMCG or agri-business environment is an added advantage.
Working knowledge of SAP is an added advantage.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills as well as the ability to manage relationships and work with managers across all levels within the company and externally.
Good influencing skills with ability to interact with all levels of senior management.
Ability to work effectively with all levels of staff within the company and externally – this should be demonstrated by successful experience in business partnership and decision support.
Clear understanding of commercial business drivers.
Project management skills – able to work independently and maintain level of independence whilst working in partnership with the leaf, operations and finance functions
Experience needed
Minimum of 8 years relevant finance/audit experience
Any other provided details (e.g., benefits, work environment, team info, or additional notes)
Never pay for any notarisation, certificate or assessment as part of any recruitment process. When in doubt, contact us
* Delivery of Agri-business company plan commitments * Provision of timely and accurate financial management information relating to Leaf, forecast accuracy of leaf costs including blends, working capital and a cause of change for any variances * Challenging status quo on potential productivity savings opportunities including participation in loss analysis and ideas generating forums * Proactive management and accurate reporting of losses including early warnings of potential risks * Ensure appropriate treatment of import duties, levies and costs relating to leaf * Liaise with auditors to ensure timely completion of audits and compliance with regulatory requirements. * Accurate cashflow and working capital management of Leaf related inputs * Drive the control environment on asset and inventory management. * Drive compliance to internal controls and engage the Leaf and GLT team to inspire a culture of continuous improvement including driving a controls culture * External relationship engagement to gain insights and leverage to achieve deliverables and support our business interests. * Support site accreditations qualification agenda * Implement processes to proactively manage and meet trade blocs threshold compliance * Liaise with key stakeholders to expand breadth of knowledge, technical expertise and collaborate to achieve business objectives * Work with Shared Service Teams to ensure accuracy of cost roll up forecasts * Working with Area/Regional Operations Finance Teams on information requests * Develop leadership skills for own career advancement * Contribute to shaping BAT’s inclusive culture by demonstrating the right behaviors
* Effective communication and interpersonal skills as well as the ability to manage relationships and work with managers across all levels within the company and externally. * Good influencing skills with ability to interact with all levels of senior management. * Ability to work effectively with all levels of staff within the company and externally – this should be demonstrated by successful experience in business partnership and decision support. * Clear understanding of commercial business drivers. * Project management skills – able to work independently and maintain level of independence whilst working in partnership with the leaf, operations and finance functions * Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
* Financial or audit background with a professional accountancy qualification (such as ACCA, CPA) and a relevant university degree. * Prior experience in an FMCG or agri-business environment is an added advantage. * Working knowledge of SAP is an added advantage.
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Vacancy title:
Financial Manager
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Marketing, Sales and Service, Category: Management, Accounting & Finance, Agribusiness]
Jobs at:
British American Tobacco (BAT)
Deadline of this Job:
Friday, March 27 2026
Duty Station:
Thika | kenya
Summary
Date Posted: Friday, March 20 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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JOB DETAILS:
Background information about the job or company (e.g., role context, company overview)
Few companies founded in 1902 are still going from strength to strength. Fewer still are leaders in more than 55 markets. And with one billion adult smokers around the world, we manufacture the cigarettes chosen by around one in eight of them. We take our business and our impact very seriously. We know the tobacco industry is a controversial one, and so i...Read more about this company
Responsibilities or duties
Delivery of Agri-business company plan commitments
Provision of timely and accurate financial management information relating to Leaf, forecast accuracy of leaf costs including blends, working capital and a cause of change for any variances
Challenging status quo on potential productivity savings opportunities including participation in loss analysis and ideas generating forums
Proactive management and accurate reporting of losses including early warnings of potential risks
Ensure appropriate treatment of import duties, levies and costs relating to leaf
Liaise with auditors to ensure timely completion of audits and compliance with regulatory requirements.
Accurate cashflow and working capital management of Leaf related inputs
Drive the control environment on asset and inventory management.
Drive compliance to internal controls and engage the Leaf and GLT team to inspire a culture of continuous improvement including driving a controls culture
External relationship engagement to gain insights and leverage to achieve deliverables and support our business interests.
Support site accreditations qualification agenda
Implement processes to proactively manage and meet trade blocs threshold compliance
Liaise with key stakeholders to expand breadth of knowledge, technical expertise and collaborate to achieve business objectives
Work with Shared Service Teams to ensure accuracy of cost roll up forecasts
Working with Area/Regional Operations Finance Teams on information requests
Develop leadership skills for own career advancement
Contribute to shaping BAT’s inclusive culture by demonstrating the right behaviors
Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)
Financial or audit background with a professional accountancy qualification (such as ACCA, CPA) and a relevant university degree.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Prior experience in an FMCG or agri-business environment is an added advantage.
Working knowledge of SAP is an added advantage.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills as well as the ability to manage relationships and work with managers across all levels within the company and externally.
Good influencing skills with ability to interact with all levels of senior management.
Ability to work effectively with all levels of staff within the company and externally – this should be demonstrated by successful experience in business partnership and decision support.
Clear understanding of commercial business drivers.
Project management skills – able to work independently and maintain level of independence whilst working in partnership with the leaf, operations and finance functions
Experience needed
Minimum of 8 years relevant finance/audit experience
Any other provided details (e.g., benefits, work environment, team info, or additional notes)
Never pay for any notarisation, certificate or assessment as part of any recruitment process. When in doubt, contact us
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 12
Level of Education: bachelor degree
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