Finance Intern – Accounts Payable Support

About the role

The Finance Intern will support BAT’s Accounts Payable team, gaining hands‑on experience in invoice processing, payment preparation, tax verification and supplier communications under direct supervision.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in logging, tracking and coding supplier invoices before review, approval and posting.
• Support payment‑run activities, including preparing payment instructions, handling urgent requests and issuing proofs‑of‑payment.
• Coordinate with Global Business Services to track invoice posting status and send reminders.
• Help with withholding tax schedules and VAT checks using corporate templates.
• Respond to routine supplier queries, escalate complex issues and maintain AP trackers and audit trails.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree or ongoing studies in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration or related field.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and accounts payable operations.
• Strong attention to detail, willingness to learn and good teamwork and communication skills.

Required skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
• Exposure to SAP or other ERP systems is an advantage.