Senior Business Controls Manager - Data Scientist

BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business. With products like VELO, VUSE and GLO we are on a mission to decrease the health impact of our industry

To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to Be The Change. Come, join us on this journey!

Actively recruiting for this position in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia as well.

Supports and manages the implementation of a data analytics and automation strategy for internal controls assurance and advisory work. The role covers design and implementation of data analytics to support internal control design and assurance activities for both Business as Usual (BAU) and Project or Programme related control changes.

Additionally, the role provides expertise through data analytics and automated controls

assessment to promote awareness of risk management and control practices across the

BAT Group.

Strategic scope: Tactical Implementation.

Your key responsibilities will include:

Data Analytics & Automation

• Supports and manages development of the internal controls related data analytics strategy and automated controls assessment approach.
• Lead, conceptualise and manage delivery of data analytics and automation solutions across the core BAT processes to support the BAT internal controls framework and governance reporting.
• Assess internal controls against industry best practice with the use of data analytics and automation for efficient and effective controls, governance processes, technology and communication.
• Leads the analysis of datasets and provide multi-dimensional views of data to support the testing and associated reporting of controls, as detailed in the internal control monitoring plan (including SOx testing).
• Undertake incident reviews and analysis through use of data analytics, including root cause analysis and adequacy of actions to address identified weaknesses.
• Ensures the use of data analytics and its underlying data repositories are managed in line with external Auditing Standards to enable reliance from Internal and External Audit.

Business Partnering

• Build and maintain good working relationships with management (e.g. D&A team, D&A platform teams), including regular progress meetings with key stakeholders and ensuring any problems or requests are dealt with promptly.

People Management

• Line management responsibility for Business Controls Manager and Project Team management responsibility for individual assignments, including:

a. Setting clear, measurable objectives.

b. Effective delegation.

c. Providing on the job coaching and guidance.

d. timely, clear and balanced feedback on their performance and development needs.

• Coordinate or participate in the delivery of training to Business Controls staff on data analysis and automated controls assessment to support the global delivery of the BCT workplan.

What are we looking for?

• Degree educated with relevant professional qualification (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CISA, relevant data analytics certifications).
• 5+ years PQE in data analytics and automation, prefer with experience in the area of risk and controls with significant accounting firm or a global FMCG or similar dynamic operating corporate environment.
• Experience with data management concepts and tools, e.g. data mining and/or process mining, including working with large datasets and automation of controls.
• SAP GRC Access Control and Process Control knowledge specially on reports, configuration, and table structures/relationship. This is to support internal reporting.
• SAP ERP automated controls experience preferred:

> Experience in reviewing functional SAP components (FI/CO/MM/SD/FSCM), focusing on either the configuration or understanding of table structures and data model relationships.

> Hands on SAP application reporting and query experience in order to extract internal controls relevant data and information.

• Experience of one or more of BAT’s core business functions, including operations, marketing, finance, and IT.
• Logical thought process with ability to convert analytics findings into non-technical business scenarios and risks for senior management through effective verbal and written communications to enable understanding of actionable insights on those risks and processes.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to influence key decision makers using insights from data to ensure risks and control scenarios are fully understood.
• Experience in managing diverse teams as part of both business as usual and one off project work.

Beneficial

• 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 engaging with external auditors.

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.

At BAT, we champion collaboration, inclusion, and partnership as the bedrock of our values. We wish to foster an environment where every individual can thrive, irrespective of factors such as 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, as well as diverse perspectives and thinking styles. We recognise that our strength lies in embracing talent from all walks of life, empowering us to develop our culture of inclusivity and better achieve our business objectives.

We view career breaks not as obstacles but as opportunities and encourage everyone, without hesitation, to apply. Through our Global Returners program, we provide support to professionals seeking to re-enter the workforce after an extended absence, be it for family care, parental leave, national service, sabbatical, or starting their 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 experiencehere.

We take pride in being a Disability Confident Employer. If you need any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to be made during the recruitment process to support you performing at your best, please inform the recruitment partner who will be in touch should your profile be selected for the role you applied for. We are wholeheartedly committed to optimising your prospects of success by making suitable arrangements so that you may showcase your full potential.