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BAT ROMANIA IS LOOKING FOR A Accounts Payable Analyst - Payments
SENIORITY LEVEL: Non-Management
FUNCTION: Finance
LOCATION: Bucharest
British American Tobacco Romania has an exciting opportunity for an Accounts Payable Analyst - Payments in Bucharest
The Banking Operations Payments Analysts will be responsible for processing all the payment related activities for external vendors and employee payments in alignment with the internal agreed payments calendar or business ad-hoc requirements.
What is the direct impact of this role on the team or organization?
This role is instrumental in ensuring that all payments are performed in time and accurately. This activity is essential for the company as it covers a wide range of payments like: taxes, payroll, Sanctioned vendors, etc. The Banking Operations Team supports the operational delivery of the payments processing service for GBS BAT providing payment services to 200 different company codes, coordinating the accurate and timely processing of approx. 2600 Payments / month. Provide a quality check function for the team, supporting a culture of continuous improvement to not only meet, but exceed the service standards set by the Service Level Agreement while working to improve financial compliance environment.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Responsible for payments transactions to external vendors, employees, taxes, dividends, payroll, sanctions, intercompany/intracompany transfers
- Processing ad-hoc requests like emergency payments requests and manual payments
- Monitor’s status of the payments and takes necessary actions, including engaging with external banks, technical team, local collaborators, other service lines from GBS, to ensure that all payments are successfully performed
- Ensure all activities are being processed within Sox / internal control boundaries for all payments
- Acts as single point of contact for the following situations: payment date, proof of payment, rejection reasons, central bank’s requirements
What are we looking for?
Experience Required
- 1 to 3 years’ experience in Finance & Accounting in a multinational corporation
- Knowledge of English at an advanced level
- Problem solving and attention to details
Education / Qualifications / Certifications Required
- Bachelor’s degree, preferably with specialization in Finance
BENEFICIAL
- Experienced user of Microsoft suite of applications (including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc)
- Previous experience in using SAP CRM
- Experience in a previous multicultural work environment
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.
Collaboration, inclusion and partnership underpin everything we do here at BAT. We are looking forward to enabling every individual to thrive, regardless of 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, veteran status, perspectives and thinking styles. We know that embracing talent from all backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals.
We see the career breaks as opportunities not obstacles. Through The Global Returners program, we support professionals looking to restart their careers after an extended absence from the workforce (e.g. time out caring for family, parental leave, national service, sabbatical and/or starting an 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.
If you require any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best during the recruitment process, you are encouraged to notify us. We are fully committed to support you by making appropriate arrangements for you to demonstrate your full potential.
