Financial Accountant

Job Title: Intercompany AccountantLocation: Simmonscourt, Dublin 4Contract: Maternity Cover - 12-Month FTCAbout Us

Pernod Ricard’s Gold Brand Unit is the Group’s Aged Spirits & Champagne division, bringing together the prestigious portfolios of Irish Distillers, Chivas Brothers, Martell Mumm Perrier‑Jouët and North American Distillers. With a global team operating across over 40 sites, and brands spanning Irish, Scotch and American Whisk(e)y, Cognac, Champagne and wine, the division unites exceptional craftsmanship and deep expertise across iconic terroirs in Ireland, Scotland, France and North America. Its portfolio, rooted in heritage and provenance, embodies Pernod Ricard’s commitment to excellence from Premium to Ultra‑Prestige, delivering some of the world’s most celebrated and enduring spirits and champagnes.

About the Role

This role is responsible for managing intercompany accounting activities across the Irish Distillers Group. It serves as the key liaison between Irish Distillers and Pernod Ricard headquarters, other PR affiliates, and internal stakeholders. The role ensures accurate financial reporting, maintains strong intercompany relationships, and supports continuous improvement in financial processes and governance.

Key ResponsibilitiesIrish Distillers Group Intercompany Activities

• Maintain and ensure the accuracy of intercompany relationships within the Irish Distillers Group.
• Prepare the IDG matrix reconciliation file, including resolution and explanation of all variances.
• Post monthly journals (Bonders, Brand Homes, IDL).
• Maintain the cost allocation model.
• Prepare invoices and manage payment settlements.
• Reconcile IDG account balances in SAP with statutory account balances.

Pernod Ricard Intercompany Activities

• Maintain and ensure the accuracy of intercompany relationships with Pernod Ricard affiliates.
• Conduct monthly reviews of the GPR aged debt listing.
• Supervise and manage all GPR-related duties performed by the outsourced partner.
• Prepare Margin in Stock reports.
• Review and post Stock on High Seas entries.
• Conduct monthly reviews of margins charged by IDL entities.
• Support and drive the Group’s intercompany recharge process (MUTOR).

Accounting and Internal Control for IDL Trading Subsidiaries

• Define, review, and continuously improve accounting and internal control processes.
• Collaborate with IT to explore automation opportunities for processes and reporting systems.
• Identify critical risk areas and ensure appropriate risk management.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements (Revenue, CSO, etc.).
• Perform monthly reviews of all POS GL accounts.
• Support the year-end audit process.

Ad Hoc Responsibilities

• Perform additional tasks and projects as required.

Essential Experience Required

• Qualified accountant: ACA / ACCA / CIMA
• 1–2 years PQE
• Strong technical accounting & financial reporting knowledge
• SAP and advanced Excel capability
• High attention to detail and strong analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Confident communicator who can work cross‑functionally

Desirable Experience

• Top 10 audit firm background
• Experience with intercompany accounting in a multi‑entity / multinational environment
• Exposure to outsourced finance models
• Demonstrated process automation or continuous improvement experience

What we offer

We understand our people are our special ingredient and at different points, employees require different supports at different stages of their working lives. Our benefits, perks and programmes look to support your employee journey. We want to make you feel recognised and valued for your contribution to our shared success. Some of offerings include;

• Hybrid working; A blended working arrangement of up to 3 days a week working from where you work best
• Profit share; - An annual profit share scheme to reward your contribution to the company’s success.
• Allowance; an annual allowance to spend on our portfolio of products and merchandise, for you to enjoy responsibly.
• e to outsourced finance models
• Demonstrated process automation or continuous improvement experiencePeople Development: We enable continuous development for our people at every stage of their careers through our people development, online learning, and leadership training programmes.
• Family leave: fully paid maternity, parent and paternity leave, allowing you spend precious time with your new family member
• Parental Support: Our ‘Reconnect’ programme includes access to a workplace parenting coach, a phased return to work and a supportive environment for new parents
• Health & Wellbeing; Our Wellbeing Programme “THRIVE” supports employees across the three main pillars: Life, Body and Mind
• Charity Days: up to 2 days paid leave every year to volunteer at a charity of their choice

At Irish Distillers, we know that great spirits are crafted by blending unique ingredients, and we believe the same is true for people. We actively welcome individuals from all walks of life, and warmly welcome those with diverse religious backgrounds, ethnicities , members of the Irish Travelling community, genders, abilities, and identities. It’s the mix of our experiences, voices, and cultures that gives us our true character.”

Learn more about working with Irish Distillers, a Pernod Ricard Company – www.irishdistillers.ie/careers