Reporting & Analytics Team Lead

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Our Group is all about crafting rituals that make us more. We take pride in our international brands and successful regional brands, all developed, refined and innovated by talented people who are passionate about their work.

The Group employs approximately 10,000 people worldwide. We have sales offices in North America and Europe and we sell our products to around 100 markets. In the US, we have a market-leading position in handmade cigars and catalogue and internet sales through our ownership of General Cigar and Cigars International.

Our portfolio contains about 200 leading brands, including the cigar brands Macanudo, La Gloria Cubana, Panter, Signature and La Paz. Pipe tobacco brands include Captain Black, Erinmore, Borkum Riff and W.Ø. Larsen, while our fine-cut tobacco brands include Bugler, Break, Escort, Bali Shag and Tiedemanns.

The Reporting & Analytics Lead will be responsible for overseeing and managing the reporting operations and for building the future reporting strategy. This role involves a strong focus on the accuracy of financial reporting in the short-term, then to drive propositions in reporting improvements in the medium-term to meet business needs, aligned with the Finance Business Partner & controlling teams in HQ. You will be reporting to the SDO (Service Delivery Office) Finance Lead.     

•  Team Leadership: lead and mentor the R&A team of 4, x2 Business Intelligence Analysts and x2 Business Controllers, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment while assessing performance and providing feedback. 
• Financial Analysis: oversee data collection, conversion, and analysis to support rolling forecasts and management reporting, identifying performance risks. 
• Variance Analysis: collaborate with stakeholders and Finance Business Partners to analyse variances between actual results and budget/forecast, providing insights and commentary. 
• Management Reporting: support standardization and rationalization of management reports and coordinate timely approvals across the organization. 
• Process Improvement: identify and implement opportunities to extend and streamline R&A processes, enhancing efficiency and scope. 
• Forecast Accuracy: partner with Group FP&A and Finance Business Partners to improve forecast accuracy, ensuring quality and alignment with company goals. 

• Education: MSc in Accounting & Finance, MBA in Finance, or certification (CFA, CMA, CPA). 
• Experience: 5–8 years in FP&A.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in financial planning software, ERP systems (preferably SAP S/4 HANA), and consolidation tools. 
• Analytical Expertise: Advanced skills in financial modeling, data analysis, and problem-solving. 
• Soft Skills: Strong communication, leadership, and decision-making abilities. 

• Empower with Passion:  Uphold high standards for our products, people, and communities.
• Blend our Strengths:  Leverage our distinct strengths and internal expertise for stronger results.
• Cultivate Courage:  Continue to search for better, simpler solutions in order to take on challenges with resiliency.
• Light the Way Forward: Lead our industry towards a more responsible and innovative future, finding new ways to serve our customers and employees.