Finance and Compliance Analyst

Pernod Ricard; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global beverage company seeks a Finance and Compliance Analyst in London. This role is part of the Financial Control team, focusing on monthly closing processes, internal audits, and cash management. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s in Accounting and relevant financial analysis experience. Proficiency in Excel and familiarity with Power BI are advantageous.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent is required.
• Sound knowledge of accounting fundamentals.
• Relevant experience in financial analysis.

Responsibilities

• Perform monthly closing process including detailed analysis.
• Coordinate annual and ad hoc internal audit reviews.
• Prepare and analyse cash reporting for GTR HQ.

Skills

Financial analysis

Accounting fundamentals

Excel

Cash management

Power BI

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

Power BI

Job description

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This position sits in our Global Travel Retail business. Global Travel Retail is one of the Group’s largest markets, bringing Pernod Ricard brands to life in the exciting and innovative Travel Retail channel which includes duty-free, cruise ships & border shops around the globe. With a global footprint across more than 20 locations and over 30 nationalities, our working culture celebrates inclusion and diversity. Our team is united by our shared passion for travel and our shared belief in its transformative power. Travel to the heart of our exciting business with our @pernodricardtravel Instagram page, showcasing our latest projects and innovations around the globe.

As a Finance and Compliance analyst, you will be part of our Financial Control team. Our mission is to ensure the effectiveness of Internal Control, prepare GTR HQ financials, and deliver Cash insights providing financial visibility and supporting decision-making.

You will have 3 main areas of responsibility:

-Perform the monthly closing process including detailed analysis and preparation of the presentation pack with appendices and comments

- Work closely with finance and non-finance departments to ensure accuracy of the financial records

- Support accounting team to continue improving and streamlining processes

- Prepare quarterly forecasts including liaising with all necessary teams to obtain relevant information

-Managing and coordinating quarterly intercompany recharges

Internal Control/Audit:

-Assist the Finance Manager driving the GTR internal audit roadmap and prepare updates for Audit & Risk committee.

- Coordinate and perform annual and ad hoc internal audit reviews

- Monitor Internal Control compliance within GTR affiliates, identify weaknesses and develop remediation plans

Cash monitoring and forecasting:

-Prepare and analyse cash reporting and forecasting for GTR HQ

-Assist Finance Manager with preparing Global GTR cash budget presentation and updates to management

-Consolidate monthly Working Capital submissions including liaising with affiliates as required

Internally, you’ll work with Finance and non-finance departments across affiliates

This position could be right for you if you have:

• A bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent (CIMA or equivalent is a plus)
• Sound knowledge of accounting fundamentals
• Relevant experience in financial analysis
• Strong knowledge and palatability for Excel
• Experience in cash management is a plus
• Power BI or other visualization tools experience is a plus

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