Financial Accountant, Pernod Ricard
+ Annual profit share scheme
1-3 days a week in office (Simmonscourt, Dublin)
Wine and spirit seller
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Wine and spirit seller
1001+ employees
Be an early applicant
+ Annual profit share scheme
1-3 days a week in office (Simmonscourt, Dublin)
1001+ employees
Company mission
To unlock the magic of human connection by bringing Good Times from a Good Place.
Role
Who you are
- Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with 1–2 years PQE
- Top 10 audit firm experience preferred
- Strong technical accounting knowledge and financial reporting expertise
- Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail
- Proficient in SAP and MS Excel; strong IT aptitude
- Effective communicator with the ability to build relationships across all levels
- Highly organised, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple priorities
- Demonstrated ability to identify and implement process improvements
- Strong understanding of business needs and ability to align reporting accordingly
What the job involves
- Contract: 12- month Fixed Term Contract
- This role is responsible for the preparation of statutory financial statements and leading balance sheet reporting for the Irish Distillers Group. It serves as the primary point of contact for external auditors and HQ consolidation teams, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and internal controls
- The role also owns key financial processes and collaborates cross-functionally to drive continuous improvement in reporting and governance
- Act as Polaris Balance Sheet Lead, overseeing all aspects of balance sheet reporting in Polaris – Pernod Ricard’s group consolidation platform
- Maintain and reconcile balance sheet data in SAP and ensure accurate uploads to Polaris
- Serve as the key liaison with the HQ consolidation team
- Coordinate the completion of balance sheet appendices across the finance team
- Book IAS19 pension adjustments in line with actuarial reports
- Maintain IFRS16 lease accounting
- Maintain master data for GL accounts and cost centres
- Own and reconcile allocated balance sheet accounts
- Lead the quarterly balance sheet close process, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely submission
- Support month end activities
- Prepare and review statutory financial statements and regulatory returns
- Act as the main point of contact for external auditors, coordinating all audit activities (group and statutory)
- Ensure timely and accurate completion of CSO filings
- Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulatory requirements
- Support and enhance internal control frameworks
- Drive continuous improvement in accounting and reporting processes
- Work closely with P&L, Tax, and Treasury teams to ensure alignment across reporting, compliance, and planning activities
- Support transformation and optimisation initiatives across finance
- Participate in cross-functional projects as required
Application process
- Job Posting End Date: 2025-10-31
Our take
Pernod Ricard is the French-founded, global wine and spirits group. Currently sitting as number two worldwide, the company has a clear goal to become the leader of its sector. Amongst its broad portfolio of brands includes Absolut, Beefeater, Jameson, Jacob’s Creek and Malibu.
Founded in 1975, the company has found international success with consistent growth across multiple markets. The company’s model has shifted to best accommodate this expansion, becoming a decentralized group. While the global organization operates from Paris, this HQ respects the operational autonomy of its affiliates across the globe, meaning local customer’s needs are not only met but anticipated for maximum effect.
Pernod Ricard has plans to invest in anticipated growth categories. It has been active in portfolio management with Sovereign Brands, Código 1530 and Nocheluna, and has been reinforcing these partnerships to strengthen its US market exposure. This supports the further enhancement of its consumer-centric portfolio development, positioning it for continued success.
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Insights
8% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Company HQ
L'Europe, Paris, France
Leadership
Alexandre Ricard
(Chairman & CEO)Is the grandson to Pernod Ricard founder, Paul Ricard. Perviously served as Chief Operating Officer and Deputy CEO for Pernod Ricard. Experience as Member of the Board of Directors for L'Oréal, M&A Consultant for Morgan Stanley, and Strategy Consultant in Accenture.
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