Finance Manager, American Whiskey
Women of the Vine & Spirits, New York, NY, United States
Pernod Ricard is a global premium spirits and wine company with leading brands such as ABSOLUT®, Jameson®, and Skrewball™. We are seeking a Finance Manager for our American Whiskey portfolio to deliver actionable insights and reporting on strategic aging barrel inventory. The role is based in New York with a salary range of $112,320.00 to $140,400.00, and may vary for other locations.
Strategic Aging Barrel Inventory
Complete monthly inventory reconciliations with local Controllers, resolving discrepancies promptly and effectively.
Prepare and report monthly consolidated barrel activity reports with standardized KPIs and actionable insights.
Maintain comprehensive consolidated inventory reports and lead monthly reviews with operations stakeholders.
Lead strategic warehouse utilization reviews across both owned and third‑party locations.
Cash Analysis & Reporting
Review consolidated monthly year‑to‑date strategic inventory reporting packages with Controlling.
Lead monthly preparation of fiscal year cash risk & opportunities reporting in collaboration with the Senior Manager, USW.
Drive continuous process improvements with NADL Operations Finance, clarifying roles and responsibilities.
American Whiskey Controlling Support
Track bulk liquid manufacturing variances to ensure adherence to full‑year forecasts.
Maintain Bulk Sales tracker and key KPIs to support general ledger accuracy and sales performance reporting.
Coordinate standard cost setting, including wet goods costing and year‑over‑year analytics.
Lead year‑end revaluations and cost allocations, communicating results clearly to stakeholders.
Being part of an inclusive and diverse company where professional development and internal career mobility is front‑and‑center to our talent strategy. You’ll be part of a culture that celebrates the rich diversity of our people across the globe and be part of our long‑standing commitment to making exceptional products, giving back to our communities, and honoring our responsibility to preserve the environment.
Required qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics; MBA or CPA is a plus
Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in finance and/or operations, including financial reporting, inventory management, or strategic analysis.
Proven ability to organize and manage multiple competing work streams simultaneously, delivering results on time and within scope.
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills; able to present complex financial information clearly to diverse audiences and senior leadership.
Demonstrated intellectual curiosity, with a track record of identifying process improvements or implementing new approaches that drive measurable business impact.
Experience collaborating across cross‑functional teams, including Operations, Accounting, Marketing, and Commercial Finance, to achieve shared business goals.
High level of integrity and ethics, with a record of accountability for personal outputs and decision‑making.
Experience leading or influencing teams, projects, or initiatives that require coordination across multiple stakeholders.
Pernod Ricard USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It employs qualified individuals based solely on ability, training, and experience, and does not and will not, discriminate for or against any employee or applicant for employment or promotion based upon actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service or any other classification protected by law. Offers will be subject to United States local terms.
Pernod Ricard USA is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Pernod Ricard USA will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. To request reasonable accommodation during the application process, contact us at PR_NA_TalentAcquisition@pernod-ricard.com.
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Strategic Aging Barrel Inventory
Complete monthly inventory reconciliations with local Controllers, resolving discrepancies promptly and effectively.
Prepare and report monthly consolidated barrel activity reports with standardized KPIs and actionable insights.
Maintain comprehensive consolidated inventory reports and lead monthly reviews with operations stakeholders.
Lead strategic warehouse utilization reviews across both owned and third‑party locations.
Cash Analysis & Reporting
Review consolidated monthly year‑to‑date strategic inventory reporting packages with Controlling.
Lead monthly preparation of fiscal year cash risk & opportunities reporting in collaboration with the Senior Manager, USW.
Drive continuous process improvements with NADL Operations Finance, clarifying roles and responsibilities.
American Whiskey Controlling Support
Track bulk liquid manufacturing variances to ensure adherence to full‑year forecasts.
Maintain Bulk Sales tracker and key KPIs to support general ledger accuracy and sales performance reporting.
Coordinate standard cost setting, including wet goods costing and year‑over‑year analytics.
Lead year‑end revaluations and cost allocations, communicating results clearly to stakeholders.
Being part of an inclusive and diverse company where professional development and internal career mobility is front‑and‑center to our talent strategy. You’ll be part of a culture that celebrates the rich diversity of our people across the globe and be part of our long‑standing commitment to making exceptional products, giving back to our communities, and honoring our responsibility to preserve the environment.
Required qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics; MBA or CPA is a plus
Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in finance and/or operations, including financial reporting, inventory management, or strategic analysis.
Proven ability to organize and manage multiple competing work streams simultaneously, delivering results on time and within scope.
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills; able to present complex financial information clearly to diverse audiences and senior leadership.
Demonstrated intellectual curiosity, with a track record of identifying process improvements or implementing new approaches that drive measurable business impact.
Experience collaborating across cross‑functional teams, including Operations, Accounting, Marketing, and Commercial Finance, to achieve shared business goals.
High level of integrity and ethics, with a record of accountability for personal outputs and decision‑making.
Experience leading or influencing teams, projects, or initiatives that require coordination across multiple stakeholders.
Pernod Ricard USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It employs qualified individuals based solely on ability, training, and experience, and does not and will not, discriminate for or against any employee or applicant for employment or promotion based upon actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service or any other classification protected by law. Offers will be subject to United States local terms.
Pernod Ricard USA is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Pernod Ricard USA will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. To request reasonable accommodation during the application process, contact us at PR_NA_TalentAcquisition@pernod-ricard.com.
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