You have probably already enjoyed our strong brands, which we promote as the number one spirits company: Havana Club, Absolut Vodka or Lillet are just a few of our premium spirits that are enjoying growing popularity in Germany. That’s why we are always looking for talents to support our success – and celebrate it together with us. So far, the global team of the Pernod Ricard Group consists of 19,000 employees in 86 countries. Here in Germany, you’ll meet a team of around 300 employees – and they’re growing every day.

To strengthen our team, we are looking for a Junior Financial Controller (m/f/d) to join us at the earliest possible date.

Become part of our convivial team as

Junior Financial Controller (m/f/d)

• You support the reporting of monthly P&L, including management commentary for our HQ in Paris
• You contribute to the preparation of planning scenarios, including rolling forecasts as well as risk and opportunity analyses
• You prepare ad hoc analyses for the management team and other key stakeholders
• You closely monitor local COGS and proactively support the Operations Team in identifying cost-saving opportunities
• You support the P&L consolidation of markets within the Northern Europe management entity (DACH, Benelux, UK, Ireland and Nordics)
• You accompany and support various group finance transformation projects
• You contribute to the continuous development of the existing BI and reporting landscape

• You hold a university degree in business economics with a focus on controlling / finance
• You possess strong analytical skills and exhibit a hands-on mentality
• Your background includes initial experience (ca. 1 year) in finance / controlling, gained through internships and / or first Junior position
• You are recognized for your strong teamwork, excellent communication, and interpersonal skills
• You proactively work independently, demonstrating an ability to challenge the status quo and define new ways of working
• Proficient in using the MS Office package, particularly Excel
• Previous experience with ERP systems (SAP, JD Edwards) and BI tools (Tagetik, Jedox, Power BI) is considered a plus
• Your tech savviness sets you apart
• You are fluent in both written and verbal German and English
• You live in Cologne or nearby

„Convivialité“ is an integral part of our culture and connects us across all borders. At Pernod Ricard, it’s not just about teamwork – it’s also about bringing fun and passion into everything we do. Our modern open-plan office in the heart of Cologne was designed with your needs in mind – including focus boxes, phone booths, a Zen room, and much more. You can expect flat hierarchies, a first-name culture, and regular company events where we celebrate our successes together. In addition, you can look forward to the following benefits:

• In addition to your regular annual leave (30 days), you also get all bridge days off
• Are you into sports? We offer an Urban Sports Club membership as well as a JobRad bike leasing program
• Your mental health is just as important to us as your physical wellbeing: alongside our Mental Health First Aiders, you will have access to our EAP (Employee Assistance Program) hotline and Instahelp for confidential support and counselling
• In addition to discounts on our products, you can enjoy a wide range of other corporate benefits (discounts, language courses, and much more)
• We support your individual development with opportunities tailored to your interests and talents (e.g., workshops and online courses)
• We offer you the possibility to work from abroad or take a sabbatical
• We support your future with a 20% contribution towards your company pension plan
• You are entitled to paid child sick days and paid care days, giving you time to care for family members when needed
• Last but not least: You don’t live in Cologne (or nearby)? No problem. We cover your relocation costs if required for the role