Senior Commercial Finance Manager - Trade Strategy

Senior Commercial Finance Manager - Trade StrategyReynolds American is evolving at pace - truly like no other organization.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!WE ARE LOOKING FOR A SENIOR COMMERCIAL FINANCE MANAGER – TRADE STRATEGYSENIORITY LEVEL: Mid-Senior LevelFUNCTION: FINANCE – Commercial Finance (Trade)LOCATION: Winston-Salem, NCROLE POSITIONING AND OBJECTIVESReports toSenior Director Commercial Finance – Trade StrategyNumber of Direct Reports0Core RelationshipsCommercial Finance, Commercial Planning and Analysis, Marketing and Trade organization.Geographic ScopeDRBU / U.S. RegionTravel Required 10%WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR

Finance Business Partnering with Trade Strategic Accounts including responsibility for Retail programs such as Joint Business Funds (JBF), Space Merchandising Contracts, Profit Enhancement Plans (PEP) and Beyond Stock Allowance (BSA)

Provide meaningful analytics and insights to drive effective resource allocation and return on investment for key initiatives within the Retail programs areas of responsibility

Ownership of arguments, KPIs, scenario modelling and benchmarking standard methodologies for Retail programs within the areas of responsibility

Responsible for monthly financial close procedures for Trade Retail programs ensuring all close activities are delivered timely and accurately

Responsible for monthly forecasting for Trade Retail programs collaborating cross-functionally to ensure all updates are reflected, variances explained to guarantee no surprises and risks / opportunities flagged earlyOwnership of Trade Retail Payments process from a Finance perspective with a comprehensive understanding of the end-to-end business process including associated trade programs for retail customers

Provide support to all business functions in coordinating day-to-day activities related to tracking, monitoring, and completing Trade Program Payments and associated financial and process controls

Responsible for oversight and management of relationships with GBS team and third-party service providers related to payment programs and associated activities around SOX controls management, performance, documentation, and design.

Ownership of Retail programs from a Finance perspective providing full transparency of P&L sensitivities, effective controls environment and maintaining an accurate Balance Sheet positionProvide solutions that support in achieving operational excellence and continuous improvement for the responsible processes/systems

CAN THIS BE YOUR FUTURE ROLE?

Have you worked on resource prioritization and have business partnering experience?

Have you worked in a fast-paced environment that requires flexibility and time management of multiple deadlines?

Have you had experience influencing cross-functionally to achieve a business goal?

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

Minimum 4 years of experience in finance or accounting services

Technical proficiency:

Experience in SAP/BPC systems (preferred)

Experience using Microsoft office tools (Excel, PowerPoint etc)

Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build business relationships with Trust

Excellent analytical skills & discernment to build strong arguments that drive business decisions

Commercially focused and is consumer centric

Strong oral & written communication skills, negotiating ability, & problem-solving skills to influence and secure cross-functional support

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience with a focus in Business Administration, Finance, Information technology, or related field.

BENEFICIAL

MBA preferred

WE ARE REYNOLDS AMERICAN—A member of the BRITISH AMERICAN TOBACCO GROUPAt Reynolds American, 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 REYNOLDS AMERICAN.

Global Top Employer with 53,000 British American Tobacco employees across more than 180 markets

Great Place to Work Certified

Brands sold in over 200 markets, made in 44 factories in 42 countries

Newly established Tech Hubs building world-class capabilities for innovation in four 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, TOGETHERHave you been on a career break for 18 months or longer? Are you ready to return to your career? If your answers to these questions is yes, we would love to hear from you. Regardless of why you took a break, we value you for all the skills you can bring to the workforce. Reignite your career, work flexibly, be part of a dynamic team and upskill yourself with on-the-job training and development support.Collaboration, diversity and teamwork underpin everything we do here at Reynolds American. 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!BENEFITS OVERVIEWBenefit InformationThe following is a general summary of the competitive compensation and benefit plans we offer:

401(k) plan that offers opportunity to save on pre- and post-tax basis up to 50 percent of eligible compensation.

Company matches 100 percent of employee pre-tax/Roth (401k) contributions up to six percent

Company contributes an additional three percent to 401(k) whether employee participates or not

Comprehensive health- and welfare-benefits package (including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drugs)

Health Savings Account start-up contribution for employees who elect the high deductible health plan

Flexible spending accounts for both Health Care and Dependent Care allowing employee to use pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified expenses during the calendar year

Employee assistance program offering 8 free counselling sessions, per issue, each calendar year for employees and their dependents

Company paid life insurance of 1x annual base pay ($50,000 minimum)

Company paid accidental death or dismemberment insurance of 2x annual base pay ($50,000 minimum)

Voluntary insurances offered at group rates: employee and dependent life insurance, AD&D insurance, critical illness, accident coverage, disability buy-up, and auto & home insurance

Tuition reimbursement and student loan support

Dependent Scholarship Programs

Free confidential personal financial counselling service

On-site health centers and 24/7 fitness centers at certain company locations

A charitable giving matching grants program that enables employees to direct and double their donations to qualifying charitable organizations of their choice

Health-care concierge service

Volunteer service opportunities

Extensive training opportunities

Company vehicle for eligible employees

Mobile phone allowance for eligible employees

Paid Leave:

Sick and Personal Time (exempt employees may be excused with pay for brief absences; non-exempt employees receive up to 6 days)

Vacation (levels Below Senior Director receive 15 days (pro-rated during first year of service); Senior Director and Officers receive 25 days (pro-rated during first year of service)).

Holidays (Nine company recognized and two annual personal holidays to be used at the employee’s discretion)

Paid Parental Leave + temporary reduced work schedule opportunity

Funeral Leave

Short-Term Disability Leave

Long-Term Disability Leave

Jury Duty Leave

Military Leave

Released Time for Children’s Education

Community Outreach Leave

Other paid leave benefits, as required by state or local law

Our organization offers a level of challenge, responsibility, and creativity for motivated employees who want to grow their careers. We are also committed to employing a diverse workforce and valuing different perspectives, experiences, and talents to improve the company's potential for optimally achieving its business objectives!Reynolds American Inc.and its affiliated companies is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Only applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact us directly via email at TalentAcquisition@RJRT.com.