About the Role
The Financial Planning Analyst will play a key role in preparing internal financial reports, analyzing monthly business performance, and managing budgeting and forecasting processes. This role focuses on monthly export and statutory P&Ls business commentaries, quarterly preparatory work for external statutory requirements, and monitoring Structure Costs.
Responsibilities
- Assist in preparation of monthly business-oriented financial presentations and reports for senior leadership.
- Provide value-added business support to stakeholders for decision making, particularly regarding Structure Costs.
- Act as the Finance business partner to Sales & Marketing teams to drive strategic initiatives.
- Collaborate with stakeholders in monthly analysis, latest estimates, and annual planning/forecasting.
- Assist in management of the Company’s annual and long-term P&L budgets, with a lead on Structure Costs.
- Demonstrate logic and a creative approach to problem-solving.
- Participate in the Company’s long-term strategic planning process.
- Actively participate in ad-hoc business analyses and requests.
- Manage Corby and Hiram Walker entities’ Structure Costs actuals and forecasts.
- Improve existing Structure Cost tracking and forecasting processes/files.
- Provide support for renegotiation of recharge agreements with Pernod Ricard.
- Act as a key business partner for the Foreign Affairs Winery team.
- Support the investor relations team by enhancing quarterly financial analysis.
- Actively mentor and support colleagues to build skills and encourage career development.
Requirements
- Previous financial planning & reporting experience, and/or previous experience in a financial consulting firm (minimum 2/3 years preferred).
- Fundamental knowledge of accounting and financial concepts.
- Proven Self-Starter – proactive problem solver and intellectually curious with strong critical thinking abilities.
- Strategic thinker focused on both short-term delivery and long-term transformation.
- High level ability for step change innovation, customer focus and partnering.
- Results oriented, action motivated, takes initiative and assesses situations quickly.
- Excellent data management skills with a strong analytical mindset.
- Effective communicator incorporating strong listening and curiosity.
- Excellent business acumen and established analytical skills with attention to detail.
- Able to adapt to change and work under pressure in a detail-oriented, accuracy and deadline-based environment.
- Strong interpersonal skills (both written and verbal).
- High proficiency in MS Office products (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
- Open to relocating to Toronto.
Skills
- Excel
- PowerPoint
- Word
- Essbase
- Tagetik
- Anaplan
- Power-BI based reporting and planning tools
Location
- 225 King St. W. Toronto
- Toronto
Work Type
- Hybrid
- Remote
Experience Level
- Minimum 2/3 years preferred
Education Level
- University Education (preferably with a degree in business administration or accounting)
- MBA or Accounting designation Preferred (CA or CPA/CMA/CGA/CFA/MBA)
Salary/Compensations
- $78,900.00 to $98,600.00
Benefits
- Great benefits and perks
About the Company
- Corby and Hiram Walker boast a portfolio of iconic and award-winning Canadian brands, including J.P. Wiser’s, Lot No. 40, Pike Creek, and Gooderham & Worts Canadian whiskies, Polar Ice vodka, Lamb’s rum, Ungava gin, McGuinness and Cabot Trail liqueurs, Ace Beverage Group’s Cottage Springs, Cabana Coast, Liberty Village, and Good Vines, and Foreign Affair wines.
- Through its affiliation with Pernod Ricard, Corby represents leading international brands such as ABSOLUT® Vodka, Jameson® Irish Whiskey, Malibu®, Kahlúa® Liqueur, The Glenlivet®, Beefeater and Malfy Gins, a leading portfolio of American whiskey brands including Jefferson’s, Rabbit Hole, and Skrewball™ whiskey., and Perrier-Jouët and Mumm champagnes.
- Our ethos centres on human connection, authenticity, and friendliness, derived from the French word “convivialité.”
- We are guided by our 4 core values: grounded in the real; fiercely authentic; passion for challenge; and connected beyond borders.
- 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!
- We offer 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 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.
Equal Opportunity
- We are committed to fostering a workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve.
- We welcome applications from all qualified individuals.
- We will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process.
- To request reasonable accommodation during the any phase of the recruitment process or want to review our accommodation policies, please reach out to our Human Resources Department at Accessibilty.Canada@pernod-ricard.com.
- This recruitment process uses artificial intelligence (AI) tools to match applicant skills with role requirements and qualifications.
- Join us in creating a vibrant, inclusive workplace where everyone’s voice matters.
