Finance Manager, American Whiskey

Pernod Ricard USA; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 112,320 - 140,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work policy

Inclusive and diverse company culture

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A global premium spirits and wine company is seeking a Finance Manager for their American Whiskey portfolio in New York. The role requires providing actionable insights on strategic inventory, leading cross-functional collaboration to drive growth, and ensuring accurate financial reporting. Ideal candidates are analytical, detail-oriented professionals with strong communication skills and a background in finance or operations. This position supports a hybrid work model, offering flexibility and an opportunity to thrive in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in finance and/or operations.
• Proven ability to organize and manage multiple competing work streams.
• Experience collaborating across cross‑functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Complete monthly inventory reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare monthly consolidated barrel activity reports.
• Track bulk liquid manufacturing variances.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Proactive problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics

MBA or CPA

Job description

Where Conviviality is at work.

Pernod Ricard is a global premium spirits and wine company. We’re the team behind leading brands such as ABSOLUT® Vodka, Jameson® Irish Whiskey, Malibu®, Kahlúa® Liqueur, The Glenlivet® Gin, and Skrewball™ whiskey, as well as many more superior wines and exquisite champagnes!

Working at Pernod Ricard is all about igniting conviviality in all that we do. Derived from the French word, convivialité…it means human connection, authenticity, friendly, and jovial. Conviviality is energy and spirit with a splash of je ne sais quoi and is a core philosophy around how we live and work at Pernod Ricard.

Guided by our 4 core values: (1) grounded in the real; (2) fiercely authentic; (3) passion for challenge; and (4) connected beyond borders; we are team players, dream makers, trailblazers, movers and (cocktail) shakers. We have a passion for living life to the fullest, making new friends every day, and realizing our potential as people and as a business!

The salary range for this role, based in New York, is $112,320.00 to $140,400.00. The range may vary if the role outside of this location. Base salaries are determined during our interview process, by assessing a candidate’s experience, skills against internal peers and against the scope and responsibilities of the position.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a Finance Manager for our American Whiskey portfolio to deliver actionable insights and reporting on strategic aging barrel inventory. In this high-impact role, you will influence cross‑functional decision‑making by partnering with teams including Operations, Accounting, Marketing, Portfolio Finance, Commercial Finance, Brand Entrepreneurs, and Executive leadership across business management cycles, year‑to‑date actuals, forecasts, and budgets. Success in this position requires strong financial acumen, exceptional attention to detail, clear communication skills, and a proactive approach to supporting evolving business processes. The Finance Manager will play a key role in driving the growth and success of our American Whiskey brands.

Who will love this job:

This role is ideal for a highly analytical and organized finance professional who thrives in a dynamic, cross‑functional environment. You are detail‑oriented, curious, and proactive, with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights. Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset will help you influence stakeholders at all levels. You enjoy problem‑solving and take pride in ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and strategic impact in your work.

What you’ll do

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.

What’s in it for me?

Being part of an inclusive and diverse company where professional development and internal career mobility is front‑and‑center to our talent strategy. This means your career at Pernod Ricard has many possibilities. 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.

When you join Pernod Ricard, you’ll experience a workplace that is rich in heritage, driven by our iconic brands and a long‑standing commitment to sustainability, safety, and giving back to the people and communities where we work. We know that happiness at work starts with that feeling of belonging you get from an inclusive culture where being uniquely you is celebrated. Our values are lived, they drive our behaviors, and it’s what brings our culture to life.

Our work philosophy celebrates the magic of human connection with the flexibility needed to provide one's most meaningful contribution. We offer a flexible work policy, with most of our positions offering a hybrid option with flexibility to work remotely 2 days a week. As a global employer, we understand that not everyone’s working hours are the same, and we empower our employees to work the hours that make the most sense for them and their team’s schedules.

We offer employees great benefits and perks to toast to a life filled with support. Check out PRUSABenefits.com for details.

This recruitment process uses artificial intelligence (AI) tools to match applicant skills with role requirements and qualifications.

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 [e-mail] .