Financial Analyst

Job Description

Company Summary

We're the producers, creators and marketers of beer, wine and spirits brands that people love. At Constellation Brands, we're driven to push boundaries and think beyond today to deliver products and experiences that resonate now, tomorrow and well into the future. Because of this approach, we're the fastest-growing +large CPG company in the U.S. at retail, with operations in the U.S., Mexico, New Zealand and Italy. Our premium portfolio of iconic brands like Corona Extra, Modelo Especial, Pacifico, Victoria, Kim Crawford, Robert Mondavi, The Prisoner, Casa Noble, High West Whiskey, and more drive industry-leading growth for us today. But we're just getting started. Our ability to stay on the forefront of consumer trends has fueled our success since our founding in 1945 and will guide us in creating the next generation of products and experiences Worth Reaching For.

Position Summary

The Business Unit Finance & Pricing Analyst provides analytical and financial support to the BU Sales Finance Manager on price changes, planning & forecasting, reporting, and analyses in a variety of areas related to revenue management and finance. This individual will work closely with Business Unit Operations Directors, General Managers and Market Development Managers to support the Business Unit and provide analysis and recommendations which will drive profitability. This individual will also collaborate with the Commercial Finance team to support planning, forecasting, and reporting processes.

Responsibilities

Pricing:

• Independently manage and coordinate price and promotion changes, including development & maintenance of price trees & promotion calendars
• Develop, execute & maintain internal control procedures to ensure accuracy & data integrity of Pricing/Trade Promotion system
• Develop tools to analyze volume & profit performance; identify actionable opportunities to improve revenue & profit
• Conduct pre- and post- promotion effectiveness analysis & deliver strategic recommendations to improve ROI

• Manage construction of Business Unit Annual Financial Plan & monthly forecasts by providing accurate forecast inputs for volume & revenue
• Deliver insightful & actionable variance analysis of results vs. Plan, vs. forecast, & vs. prior year; identify areas of risk &/or opportunity based on key business performance metrics
• Deliver financial results review presentations to both Sales & Finance leadership
• Support General Managers in tracking business performance & support analytical decision making process
• Educate business partners in financial and revenue management concepts

• Support BU forecast and month close process as required
• Analyze variances in actual results vs. Plan and PY
• Identify areas of opportunity based on key business performance metrics
• Assist BU Finance Team in conducting finance results review process with VPs and GMs

• Prepare and publish monthly scorecards
• Complete regular and ad-hoc reporting to support decision making process
• Include insightful analysis with reporting to drive business results (volume, margin, ROI)

• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, or economics is required, CPG experience preferred
• 1-3 years experience in an analytical role such as Sales Finance or FP&A
• Appropriate understanding / working knowledge of accounting principles and internal controls
• Proficiency in advanced Excel functions, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint
• Power BI or other BI software experience is a plus
• Ability to manage multiple projects and tight deadlines
• Strong drive for excellent results, including consistent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Must be a proactive self-starter, capable of adapting to rapidly changing priorities and performing in a fast-paced environment
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with capability to translate data into actionable solutions
• Ability to organize and manage large data sets, apply strong analytical skills to resolve complex problems
• Must demonstrate insightful use of financial analysis techniques, tools, and concepts to help deliver business results
• Must conduct oneself in a professional, consistent manner when representing the organization
• Ability to interact effectively and confidently with all levels of management including Senior Leadership
• Must demonstrate high standards of integrity at all times
• Experience supporting Business Unit and working with Field Sales Organization preferred
• Experience with ERP systems, MicroStrategy, Vistaar, and OneStream preferred
• Experience utilizing/interpreting syndicated volumetric (Nielsen, IRI Circana, etc.) and pricing data a plus
• Experience with Trade Promotion Management / Trade Promotion Optimization systems a plus

• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. on a regular basis
• Must be able to travel by plane or train for long distance.
• Must be able to work in a professional corporate office environment.
• Must be able to stand, walk, sit; use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk and hear.
• Must have close vision, distant vision, ability to adjust focus, peripheral and color vision.
• Must be able sit and/or stand for long periods of time, and work on a computer for extended periods