Senior Commercial Finance Manager

About the role

The Senior Commercial Finance Manager will support the Operations Finance Controller by delivering timely, accurate, and insightful financial and management information across supply‑chain activities. The role enables informed decision‑making and contributes to the preparation and execution of effective business plans for British American Tobacco Nigeria.

Key responsibilities

• Provide financial management information on export transfer selling prices, source‑change benefits, transfer prices and related export finance matters for collaborators in Ibadan, Lagos, the Region and SSA.
• Prepare robust forecasts of potential benefits from supply‑chain initiatives, product complexity reduction, direct‑cost opportunities and programmes aimed at reducing product cost and working capital.
• Develop forecasts for F&SV and capital expenditure for Operations Head Office, Supply Chain and Product Development during CoPlan and QPR cycles.
• Produce monthly cash‑flow forecasts for imported and local direct materials (leaf, wrapping) and monitor actual cash flow against forecast.
• Deliver monthly variance analysis against CoPlan and QPR, share insights through management reports and follow‑up on corrective actions.
• Partner with the Operations Finance Manager and Supply Chain team on the financial aspects of export initiatives.
• Support implementation of new systems, controls and procedures while aligning with Group Operations strategy.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance.
• At least 10 years of managerial experience working across different departments, preferably within the FMCG industry.
• Professional accounting certification.
• Proven senior leadership capabilities and experience leading a team.
• Strong analytical, critical‑thinking and problem‑solving abilities.

Required skills

• SAP knowledge (advantageous).

What we offer

• Market‑leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility).
• Comprehensive health plans, transportation support and flexible holiday arrangements.
• Access to online learning platforms and personalised growth programmes.
• Opportunities for internal advancement within a globally recognised employer.