Location: Rabbit Hole Distillery in Louisville, KY

POSITION SUMMARY

The Finance Controller reports to the Director of Cost Accounting with a dotted line to the Rabbit Hole CEO, a member of the Executive Leadership Team. The Controller partners with key stakeholders within Rabbit Hole and with Pernod Ricard to help provide sound strategic financial leadership and ultimately the delivery of short and long-term company objectives.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

- Strategy & Financial Analysis:

• Lead all aspects of finance and accounting for company including supporting reporting and decision analysis for Production Operations (Distilling/Bottling/Warehousing/Logistics) and Sales & Marketing (Packaging/Brand Home/Commercial/Marketing).
• Manage and mentor four direct reports responsible for all accounting and finance functions.
• Perform in-depth analysis on pricing, costs, and ROIs to support operational and commercial teams.
• Present monthly analysis of actual results to CEO and key stakeholders.
• Develop short and long-term financial forecasts and 18-month rolling forecast.
• Collaborate with leadership peers to identify, drive, and monitor margin expansion opportunities.
• Responsible for financial modeling and analysis to support business development opportunities, regulatory changes, and vendor activities.
• Develop 10-year P&L models with multiple scenarios for accelerate initiatives and long term strategic planning .
• Serve as head of finance for two startup innovation companies, communicating and presenting financial updates to Board and needs encompassing a total of 10% of time across two current brands.

- Planning, Reporting, & Controlling:

• Lead preparation and management of company budget, including revenue, Expenses, EBITDA, cash requirements, key cash drivers, Cost/PG, storage costs, demand planning, and analysis supporting headcount changes and capex needs.
• Lead month-end closing, prepare and review journal entries, analyze inventory evaluation, and perform required monthly reporting.
• Review work of direct reports, including cash flow management, monthly KPIs, analytics, closing entries, balance sheet reconciliations, financial statements, and reporting packages.
• Oversee and establish monthly financial statements and key KPIs for departments (packaging, Distilling, warehouse, Brand Home, Sales & marketing) and overall company.
• Implement and oversee standard cost template for all finished goods.
• Refine current KPIs to drive consistent performance, accountability and cost cutting if necessary.
• Oversee and approve monthly reporting package for intercompany reconciliation process.
• Oversee submission of Monthly Capex and Maturing Inventory to parent company.
• Lead implementation of new internal controls and oversee testing and modification of current internal controls across all company functions
• Oversee costing each month to allocate and apply operational costs across their respective uses.
• Implement and oversee coding changes for income statement transactions and corresponding departments in the Accounts payable process.
• Oversee Accounts Payable process to ensure timely payment to vendors.
• Manage key cash drivers and strategic projects, including capex progress and inventory management.
• Direct determination of depreciation rates for capital assets.
• Oversee all Balance Sheet reconciliation for company on Blackline
• Oversee cash position analysis and provide insight on expected future LOC needs.
• Oversee 20 tax and compliance filings which include Federal, State, and local filings.
• Oversee all reporting and communication, if necessary, with regulatory agencies.
• Support PR USA tax with Rabbit Hole Income tax.
• Prepare payroll entries and associated accruals.
• Establish relationships with counterparts at other PR USA subsidiaries.
• Manage relationships with vendors, banks, etc., regarding financial matters.
• Develop P&Ls down to individual SKU and market level to support new markets, SKU's and innovation projects.
• Lead S&R reporting for company.

- Project Leadership:

• Lead ongoing integration with parent company.
• Oversee tax credit applications for Strategic Capex Projects.
• Coordinate with Pernod Ricard internal audit team on annual audit processes.
• Lead Other Special Projects as required.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• +7 years equivalent experience in manufacturing or related experience in a process operation
• Possess excellent financial acumen and thorough knowledge of U.S. GAAP and IFRS
• Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting
• Strong desire to work in whiskey facility
• Financial and software acumen to build budgets and track
• High attention to detail and extremely strong organizational skills
• Solid ability to track and understand material balances
• High ability to make things happen, team building, influencing and partnering and step change innovation
• Solid ability to have customer focus, consumer and brand focus, commercial rigour and big picture thinking

Careers that unlock the magic of human connection

Who we are

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, Kahlua Liqueur, Beefeater Gin, and Avion Tequila, as well as many more superior wines and exquisite champagnes!

Working at Pernod Ricard is all about igniting conviviality in that all that we do. Derived from the French word, convivialite...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. Here, we are team players, dream makers, trailblazers, movers and (cocktail) shakers. We have a passion for living life to the fullest, making a new friend every day, and realizing our potential as people and as a business!

The salary range for this role, based in Kentucky is $112,600.00 to $140,800.00, range will vary if outside of this location. Base salaries are determined during our interview process, by assessing a candidate'sexperience, skills against internal peers and against the scope and responsibilities of the position.

Ready to work with spirit? Read on...

Life and perks at Pernod Ricard

Proud to belong - Just as we help to create moments that matter for our customers, we lead by example every day...bringing our whole self to work and building bonds that celebrate the human spirit, diversity, and foster deep connections.

Empowered to soar - We set high expectations and seek to get the most out of life. Through flexibility and a hybrid workstyle, as well as unique learning opportunities, generous tuition reimbursement, and one-of-a-kind learning programs, we passionately grow our skillset.

Committed to care - We are deeply committed to the long-term sustainability of our people, our industry, and our planet. We call this return on responsibility. From environmental sustainability to supporting local communities, our commitment is steadfast.

Inspired to dream - We treasure new experiences and are proud to develop as people, not job titles. From rich immersive learning programs in Paris to exciting high-profile events, we blend a love of exploration into all that we do.

Our hybrid work style

At Pernod Ricard North America, our work philosophy celebrates the magic of human connection with the flexibility needed to provide one's most meaningful contribution. Our hybrid teams will work remotely the majority of the time and unite on-site two days per week or 40% of the time. Our team is empowered to start and finish their day at a time that works best for their lifestyle with the whole team available during the core hours of 10am-3pm.

Plus, great benefits and perks to toast to a life filled with support including:

• Competitive compensation including performance bonuses
• Domestic & international career development opportunities
• Competitive paid time off plan + wellbeing days
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Product allowance to enjoy on Pernod Ricard products
• Gym reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• BetterUp Care wellness benefits including nutrition, sleep, executive coaching, etc.

And much, much more! Check out to view our extensive people programs and support.

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.

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