Senior Finance Manager - New Categories

Reynolds 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!

SENIORITY LEVEL: Mid-Senior Level

FUNCTION: Finance

LOCATION: Winston Salem, North Carolina

ROLE POSITIONING AND OBJECTIVES

This role is part of Finance - Corporate Finance.

We’re looking for a driven individual who is excited by leading change and challenging the status quo to join our Operations Finance team to support our business sustainability agenda through cost optimization, finding opportunities through close business partnering, and leveraging our global network to utilize standard methodologies in propelling our Vapor and Modern Oral business segments, (New Categories), to the next level. We are seeking a leader that thrives at critical thinking, problem-solving, synthesizing ideas, written and verbal communication including executive presentation skills.

Reynolds American Incorporated (RAI) is positively transforming the tobacco industry and Operations Finance will play a fundamental role in unlocking value in support of our corporate strategy and transformation journey in which New Categories is essential. This Senior Finance Manager role will business partner with Supply Chain, Procurement, and Commercial stakeholders for New Categories on a local and global level to provide beneficial financial support in driving long term balanced margin growth. Become part of a global company, to lead both onsite & offsite teams through organizational change. We are looking for someone with a strong sense of ownership, a proactive approach to planning that can leverage time-zone advantages with a team across a global company.

Reports to: Director Operations Finance – New Categories

Reporting Level: No Direct Reports

Geographic Scope: Local – US

WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR

• Partner with multiple senior stakeholders and provide strategic and financial mentorship to cross functional business partners – internal and external.
• Provide partners with substantial analytics, as well as insights regarding spend, capital expenditures, forecasts, and potential risks/opportunities of financial performance.
• Develop and run adaptive financial analysis and modelling for a constantly evolving category.
• Consistently work with business partners to identify cost reduction initiatives and clearly communicate changes to management.
• Maintain tight financial controls and SOX compliance within the New Categories area.
• Partner with the Global Supply Chain and Procurement teams to ensure the best delivery and pricing of our New Category products.
• Supervise import tariff rulings and FX changes and analyze the impacts to product cost.
• Partner with Supply Chain to provide scenario analysis to improve inventory levels.
• Lead ad-hoc projects as required.

CAN THIS BE YOUR FUTURE ROLE?

• Do you have recent experience advising a team through organizational change?
• Do you have experience in developing robust teams?
• Do you have experience in a business partnering Finance role supporting operations or commercial functions?

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Proven track record of creating and delivering on sophisticated commercial and corporate finance strategies.
• 5 years of experience in Financial Analysis, Accounting or relevant area.
• CPA, MBA, MAC or international equivalent.
• Experience in developing and leading cross functional teams.
• Excellent analytical skills and the ability to articulate financial strategy, results, and forecasts.
• Demonstrate strategic and innovative thinking with strong influencing and leadership skills.
• Ability to effectively work in a fast-pace and ambiguous environment.
• Strong eye for business.
• Ability to tailor communication relative to the style and needs of others.
• Ability to challenge the status quo as vital.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related area.

BENEFICIAL

• Experience in FMCG with multiple categories.
• Supply Chain and Procurement knowledge.
• New product introduction experience.

 Job Number: 37905

Reynolds American Incorporated is positively transforming the tobacco industry. We’re a family of companies that strives for success in everything we do. The future inspires us because our people are igniting the breakthroughs that are redefining the ways adult tobacco consumers enjoy tobacco in the 21st century.

When other companies talk about growth, they only talk about size. At Reynolds American, we focus on the growth of our people. We take pride in each other’s growth and well-being throughout our careers. We invest in your career and total well-being because we know our companies succeed when our people thrive.

ABOUT OUR ORGANIZATION:

Reynolds American Inc. is an indirect, wholly owned subsidiary of British American Tobacco p.l.c., and the U.S. parent company of R. J. Reynolds Tobacco Company; Santa Fe Natural Tobacco Company, Inc.; American Snuff Company, LLC; Modoral Brands, Inc.; R. J. Reynolds Vapor Company; Lorillard Licensing Company, LLC; Reynolds Brands, Inc.; and Vuse Stores LLC.  This position is with [[custContractualLE]].

Here, you’ll have the opportunity to work on iconic brands and revolutionary products by collaborating with visionary, principled and passionate people every day.

Compensation/Targeted Bonus

• Competitive Annual Salary
• Targeted Annual Bonus
• Relocation assistance available for those who qualify.

Benefit Summary

Our company offers very competitive benefit plans, including:

• 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
• Comprehensive health- and welfare-benefits package
• Eleven paid company holidays annually, plus a generous paid vacation plan based on length of service
• Company-paid sick and personal days, funeral leave and jury duty leave; Also Parental leave/Reduced Work Schedule
• Confidential personal financial counseling service
• On-site health clinics and fitness centers
• A matching grants program that enables employees to direct and double their donations to qualifying charitable organizations of their choice
• Health-care advocacy service
• Volunteer service opportunities
• Federal credit union membership through Allegacy Federal Credit Union
• Extensive training opportunities  

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 race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. Only applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact us directly via email at reynoldsamerican_recruitment@bat.com.

Our organization offers a level of challenge, responsibility and creativity for motivated employees that stands apart from the crowd.

We are also committed to employing a diverse workforce and valuing different perspectives, experiences and talents to maximize the company's potential for successfully achieving its business objectives.

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