Finance Analyst On-Trade

Brown-Forman Australia Pty. Ltd.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equitable pay structures

Premium employee experience

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Brown-Forman Australia Pty. Ltd. is looking for a Finance Analyst in the Greater London area. In this role, you'll partner with the On Trade team, providing analysis and reporting to enhance decision-making. You will also assist in financial planning, reporting, and the month-end close process. A Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, or Economics is preferred. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel is essential. We offer competitive benefits and a commitment to equality in the workplace.

Qualifications

• Good understanding of Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets.
• Superior attention to detail with a focus on quality results.
• Ability to work independently in a high-volume environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial discussions and reporting for the On Trade channel.
• Support Key Account Managers with data for business review meetings.
• Assist in preparing financial reports and forecasting.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Google Sheets

Attention to detail

Self-starter

Proactive work attitude

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Business Administration, or Economics

Job description

Quote from Hiring Manager

This is a great opportunity for a finance analyst looking for growth and develop their commercial acumen. You will be a key support to the On Trade team covering restaurants, bars and independent retail accounts, in supporting the reporting and financial analysis in this channel, which will help you quickly develop your financial and commercial acumen.

Meaningful Work From Day One

In this role you will be the business partner for On Trade channel and lead the reporting function. You will play a key role in supporting decision making with your analysis. You will take part in monthly S&BP cycles to review & drive the performance of the channel.

What You Can Expect

You will work closely with the Senior Finance manager to establish effective and trusted business partnering with Brown-Forman UK’s marketing and sales team including Key Account Managers and Brand Managers.

Commercial Business Partnering

Act as a key support to the On-Trade team, providing reporting and analysis to assist in channel performance reviews.

Support Key Account Managers and Brand Managers by preparing data for monthly customer business review meetings.

Lead the financial discussions in monthly cycles regarding key metrics such as SNS/case for the channel.

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

Support the Senior Finance Manager in the preparation of main financial reports and forecasting cycles.

Participate in monthly S&BP cycles to review and drive the performance of the channel.

Assist in the month-end close process by analyzing variances in results and coordinating with the accounting department.

Commercial & Operational Controlling

Support the sales and finance teams in building indirect accruals and related reporting for independent accounts.

Assist in monitoring trade spend and A&P (Advertising & Promotion) effectiveness within the channel.

Support the implementation of pricing and discount strategies.

Support the commercial and marketing teams through efficient reporting and partner with internal stakeholders on implementing automated solutions.

Assist with the testing of new systems and the development of analytical tools to improve commercial efficiency.

Ensure accuracy and quality orientation in all channel-specific reporting and documentation.

What You Bring to the Table

College/University (Bachelors or Equivalent); Degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a similar is preferable but not a must.

Good understanding of Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets.

Superior attention to detail with a focus on quality results.

Being a self starter and proactive. Ability to work independently, execute responsibilities with planning and organization in a high-volume, deadline-oriented environment.

What We Offer

Total Rewards at Brown-Forman is designed to engage our people to ensure sustainable and profitable growth for generations to come. As a premium spirits company, we offer equitable pay structures for individual and company performance alongside a premium employee experience. We offer a range of premium benefits that reflect our company values and meet the needs of our diverse workforce.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Brown-Forman Corporation is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment. It is the policy of Brown-Forman Corporation to provide full and equal employment opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status.