We are Pernod Ricard, a leading company in the global wines and spirits industry with around 18,000 employees globally. We own 16 of the world’s top 100 Spirits Brands and hold one of the most prestigious and comprehensive brand portfolios in the industry with 240 premium brands available in over 160 countries, including: Absolut vodka, Ballantine’s, Chivas Regal and The Glenlivet Scotch whiskies, Jameson Irish whiskey, Martell cognac, Havana Club rum, Beefeater, Malfy and Monkey 47 gins, Malibu liqueur, Mumm and Perrier-Jouët champagnes.
Pernod Ricard Benelux is the combination of two affiliates, Pernod Ricard Belgium and Pernod Ricard Nederland.
The FP&A Benelux team is based in Brussels and we are currently looking for the new Business Analyst, based in Brussels.
Key Responsibilities
· Support PR Benelux Financial Planning and Analysis missions and company’s strategic presentations, with risk and opportunities identification and valuation,
· Management of Finance transformation initiatives and local projects aiming at fostering Benelux integration (processes, reports and BI tools).
Your role will be extremely important as you will have a broad scope of responsibilities, in a dynamic environment and at the centre of the organisation, with an exposure to senior management.
Reporting, Rolling Forecasts preparation and monitoring
o Monthly update of financial reports for Pernod Ricard Group, PR Benelux Management and other departments and support the financial processes consistent with requirements from Pernod Ricard Group
o Build financial analysis to support decision and active participation in regular business review meetings with Sales and Marketing departments
o Regular monitoring and update of customers conditions and level of accruals in close collaboration with Sales department, and management of financial implications within ERP in collaboration with Accounting
Provide financial analysis to support strategic decisions
o Business partner for Sales and Marketing teams: analyze performance and provide insights, challenge hypothesis and drive value creation, support for KAMs ahead of annual negotiations
o Commercial control in partnership with sales and trade marketing: follow key performance drivers (sell-in, sell-out), analyze trade expense evolution and propose ideas to enhance efficiency and profitability, monitor the prices and rebates bookings in the affiliate and follow-up of provisions
o Business developments: preparation of financial models and study of financial viability of new initiatives (new product launch, new channel exploration), assess related risks and opportunities and propose ideas based on findings
o Marketing activities: monitor brand marketing plans and investments
o Support for accounting department during closing process
BI and financial tools
o Ensure accuracy of BI and other financial tools in collaboration with IT
o Train end users in other departments
o Explore Robotics Process Automation development possibilities
Specifications
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
o Degree in Finance / Business Administration
o Relevant experience in an external audit firm and/or FP&A for a FMCG company (at least 3 years)
o Ability to learn quickly and leverage technology solutions
o Good understanding of P&L and BS impacts of business decisions
o Strategic thinking, but also knowing the importance of details
o Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
o Solid Excel and PowerPoint skills
o Knowledge of finance tools (Qlik, Power BI, Navision, JDE) is an advantage
o Excellent written and spoken English, French and / or Dutch
Main stakeholders: Sales & Trade Marketing / Accounting / Marketing / Management Committee / Management entity
Line Manager: Head of FP&A Benelux
Location: Brussels
Travel: Occasional travel to PR Nederland in Amsterdam (5 to 10% of time)
Job Posting End Date:
Target Hire Date:
2026-03-02Target End Date:
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are positioned as a standout part of the package, including a 401(k) with a match and an additional profit-sharing contribution for eligible employees. A legacy defined-benefit pension is also referenced for certain earlier hires, adding depth to long-term financial support.
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Pernod Ricard is a convivial, responsible and successful global wine and spirits group and the #1 premium spirits organisation in the world. The Group represents 240 premium brands available in more than 160 countries. We are 18,500 exceptionally talented people worldwide with our own salesforce in 73 countries. Our portfolio is one of the most comprehensive in the market with every major category of wine and spirits, providing Pernod Ricard with a unique competitive advantage. To keep growing our business, transforming our industry and making a positive impact on the world, we believe in the power of human connection. Creating ‘convivialité’ is our business and our raison d’être. As ‘créateurs de convivialité’, our purpose is to turn every social interaction into a genuine, friendly and responsible experience of sharing. We believe there can be no convivialité with excess and strive to be sustainable and responsible at every step, from grain to glass.
