About the Role We are seeking a dynamic and astute Commercial Finance Manager with proven experience in commercial finance within the alcoholic beverage industry (exposure to the US market is considered a strong advantage).
Reporting to the CEO & Founder, you will be a strategic partner to the finance, sales, and marketing teams, providing insightful financial guidance that propels our brands to new heights.
Joining our close-knit team in London, you'll thrive in our collaborative and vibrant open-plan office, where innovation and teamwork are paramount.
Your contribution will be crucial in shaping strategies for the continued growth of our award-winning brands.
Please read till the end for 'how to apply'.
Company Portfolio Overview Italicus Rosolio di Bergamotto: A celebrated low-ABV Italian brand distributed in over 40 countries.
Italspirits: An award-winning 360-degree agency helping drinks brands achieve their ambition and grow market share, wherever their starting point.
Savoia: A pioneering vegan-certified wine-based aperitivo brand launched in late 2021.
The Opportunity This is more than just a job; it's a career-defining opportunity to join a company poised for exponential growth.
You will be instrumental in identifying lucrative new markets, optimising our pricing, investment and profitability strategies, and working hand-in-hand with sales and marketing to achieve regional success.
Your input will be a catalyst for expanding our brand footprint and maximising revenue potential.
Working Structure Embrace a work-life balance that suits you.
Start your day anytime between 8am-11am and enjoy the option to work from home on Mondays and Fridays, plus up to 6 additional WFH days per year.
Our offices are located in West London.
Role Responsibilities Sales & Marketing Partnership: Act as a trusted financial advisor to the sales and marketing teams, providing data-driven insights and analysis to optimize regional performance.
This includes evaluating pricing strategies, commercial agreements, budgets, forecasts, and ROI to identify opportunities for improvement.
Financial Analysis and Reporting: Prepare monthly management accounts, variance analysis, and insightful commentary.
Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs).
Pricing and Profitability: Evaluate product pricing strategies and monitor profitability by product, channel, and region.
Identify opportunities to enhance profitability.
Cost Management: Analyse cost drivers and implement initiatives to optimise resource utilisation, particularly in sales and marketing.
Financial Modelling: Develop and maintain financial models to support forecasting, budgeting, and investment decisions.
Assess the viability of new business opportunities and marketing campaigns.
Requirements Proven Experience: Demonstrated experience in a commercial finance or FP&A role within the alcoholic beverage industry.
Experience with the US 3-tier system is considered a strong advantage.
Professional Qualification (Preferred): A professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) is highly preferred but not essential if you have exceptional industry experience.
Technical Proficiency: Strong analytical and financial modelling skills.
Expertise in accounting and financial management software (Xero and Dext experience a plus).
Advanced Excel skills are essential.
Business Acumen: Deep understanding of business drivers and the ability to translate financial data into actionable insights.
Communication Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships across the organization.
Problem-Solving: Proactive and solution-oriented approach to challenges, with the ability to identify and implement improvements.
Equal Opportunity and Compensation We are dedicated to fostering an environment of equal opportunity and diversity across our portfolio of businesses.
Candidates with varying levels of experience and equivalent qualifications are encouraged to apply.
Rates of pay/salary ranges are dependent upon your experience & qualifications.
How to apply Please send your CV to marikaitalspirits.com with the subject title 'ITALSPIRITS Commercial Finance Manager' and a cover letter, no longer than one page, explaining a little about your relevant experience and why you would be a good fit for this role and our company.