FP&A Manager, 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 company, 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

• Consolidate and report financial performance for local management team ; month to date & year to date performance updates, KPI reporting and detailed risks & opportunities management
• Prepare Monthly Executive Review Deck : MBR, Actual closing and SRC monthly meeting
• Review OPEX/BI report seeking for reallocation opportunities to support topline maximization
• Lead change management for new way of working with S&OP team
• Any other financial reporting and analytical tasks assigned by Korea Head of Finance

2. Forecasting and Planning

• Manage the entire P&L update and review with Head of Finance to make sure the financial target is delivered
• Partner commercial, marketing, and supply functions to prepare Budget and full year forecast in line with planning cycles and deadlines
• Coordinate with APAC FP&A team on business planning, budgeting and forecasting processes / deliverables for SGSK.  Develop monthly timeline for management reporting cadence for total Korea and ensure cross functional adherence of monthly timelines
• Coordinate R&O update with comprehensive understanding about moving pieces in business
• Work closely with S&OP team to define assumptions used in each forecast and ensure that the demand forecast is correctly reflected in Revenue forecast
• Provide accurate Gross profit  based on the updated revenue plan

3. Process improvement & People management

• Make recommendations for simplification of processes including month end reporting, forecasting, budgeting and 3 year strategic planning
• Challenge and drive improvements in current processes, internal controls and compliance. 
• Proactively promote financial awareness and understanding within the business
• Manage a FP&A analyst driving capability development and provide coaching for career development plan

Qualifications

• Degree qualified with finance or accounting qualification preferred and with 10+ years of FP&A and Commercial Finance experience in multi-national companies(Alcohol/FMCG preferred)
• Excellent communication skills in both Korean and English: ability to clearly communicate complex information in an easy to understand manner; able to deliver message effectively verbally and in writing; experience working across multiple levels, functions and regions would be a plus
• Strong analytic skills: able to clearly link financial results to operational performance drivers, generate alternatives and drive positive change
• Clear thinking / problem solving: ability to articulate complex situation with a few bullet points, lead process improvement engaging related stakeholders
• Demonstrated leadership skills and experiences. Strong people management skills
• Systems/software – Advanced knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint as well as previous exposure to ERP and management reporting/consolidation systems (preferable)
• 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

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 and hiring 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.