FP&A Analyst, Korea

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As a world leader in premium spirits, Suntory Global Spirits inspires the brilliance of life by delivering great consumer experiences through its world-class portfolio of brands. Known for its craftsmanship of premium whiskies, including Jim Beam®, Maker's Mark®, Basil Hayden® and Knob Creek® bourbons; Japanese whiskies, including Yamazaki®, Hakushu®, Hibiki® and Toki™; and leading Scotch brands including Teacher's, Laphroaig® and Bowmore®, Suntory Global Spirits also produces leading IMFL brand Oaksmith in India.
A global company with approximately 6,000 employees in more than 30 countries, one of Suntory Global Spirit's core values is Growing for Good and through its Proof Positive sustainability strategy, the company has committed to ambitious goals and investments to promote environmental sustainability in its operations, ensure the company has a positive impact on the communities where employees live and work, and programs to educate and inform consumers to make the right personal choices about drinking. Headquartered in New York City, Suntory Global Spirits is a subsidiary of Suntory Holdings Limited of Japan. 
For more information, on our brands and commitment to social responsibility, please visit www.suntoryglobalspirits.com and www.drinksmart.com. 

What makes this a great opportunity?

SGS Korea business is one of the fastest growing Global Premium Spirits companies, taking advantage of market changes from Covid and our portfolio strength. Accurate market forecasting, risk and opportunity assessment, and efficient investment analysis are critical to support this rapid growth, which is a key expectation of this position.

This role plays an important function in supporting the local entity financial operations and reporting requirements for well-known brands in Korea. The individual will be working closely with not only the domestic team but also with global multicultural teams.

Role Responsibilities

1. Reporting and Analysis

• Validation for actual financial result by PL Line during month end close and before
• Assist FP&A Manger for local LT reporting and dashboard
• Prepare OPEX/BI report and provide cost owners with the variance analysis in order to get the updated rest of year forecast
• Analyze and manage Supply chain related expenses
• Drive BI effectiveness with various ROI analysis
• Any other financial reporting and analytical tasks assigned by FP&A Manager

2. Forecasting and Planning

• Partner with all departments to prepare Budget and full year Forecast in line with planning cycles and deadlines

• Perform system loading for Fcst, BUD and Strategic plan ensuring the accuracy

• Assist FP&A manager in creating data tables and other financial views supporting regional business performance reporting

3. Process improvement & Others

• Make recommendations for simplification of financial planning processes
• Review and approve marketing sample request

Qualifications

• Degree qualified with finance or accounting qualification preferred and with 4~6 years of FP&A and Commercial Finance experience in multi-national companies(Alcohol/FMCG preferred)
• Good level of English language proficiency (both written and spoken)
• Systems/software – Advanced knowledge of Excel and experience in using SAP (essential) as well as previous exposure to ERP and management reporting/consolidation systems (preferable)
• Stakeholder Engagement and Management – Demonstrated experience in influencing and managing multiple stakeholders across geographies, building mutually beneficial, profit-focused business relationships
• Cross Functional Working – Proven experience in working proactively across commercial functions to deliver total business performance solutions
• Risk Management - Balances short and long-term needs. Able to identify and address risks and opportunities for the business based on an understanding of categories and brands
• Excellent verbal and written skills to work effectively with internal and external contacts
• Ability to work at a fast pace, with agility and a continuous improvement mindset

WE BELIEVE IN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

At Suntory Global Spirits, people are our number one priority, and we believe our people grow together in diverse and inclusive environments where their unique insights, experiences and backgrounds are valued and respected. Suntory Global Spirits is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, military veteran status and all other characteristics, attributes or choices protected by law. All recruitment and hiring decisions are based on an applicant’s skills and experience.

We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion, or belief. All recruitment andhiring decisions are based on an applicant's skills and experience. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, and to perform crucial job functions. Please contact us if you require assistance.

In 2023, Suntory Global Spirits earned a top score in Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s 2023-2024 Corporate Equality Index and was a recipient of the Equality 100 Award: Leader in LGBTQ+ Workplace Inclusion.