Financial Analyst

Company Overview

Constellation Brands is a leading producer and marketer of beloved beer, wine, and spirits brands including Corona Extra, Modelo Especial, Pacifico, and many more. Operating in the U.S., Mexico, New Zealand, and Italy, the company is recognized as the fastest-growing large consumer packaged goods firm in the U.S., driven by anticipating consumer trends and delivering innovative products and experiences.

Position Summary

The Business Unit Finance & Pricing Analyst offers financial and analytical assistance to the BU Sales Finance Manager, focusing on price adjustments, forecasting, reporting, and analysis tied to revenue management and finance. This role collaborates closely with various business unit leaders to provide actionable insights enhancing profitability and supports commercial finance teams in planning and reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage price and promotion changes independently, including maintaining pricing structures and promotional schedules.
• Establish and uphold internal controls to guarantee accuracy and integrity in Pricing and Trade Promotion data.
• Create analytical tools to assess volume and profit performance, identifying opportunities to maximize revenue and profitability.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of promotions before and after execution, offering guidance to improve ROI.
• Oversee the Business Unit Annual Financial Plan and monthly forecasting by supplying precise volume and revenue inputs.
• Conduct variance analyses comparing actual results against plans, forecasts, and previous years, pinpointing areas of risk or opportunity based on performance metrics.
• Present financial outcome reviews to Sales and Finance leadership teams.
• Assist General Managers in monitoring business performance to facilitate data-driven decision making.
• Educate business partners on financial and revenue management principles.
• Support forecasting and month-end closing processes and help interpret variances and trends.
• Assist in finance results reviews with senior executives.
• Prepare monthly performance scorecards and perform routine and ad-hoc reporting with insights driving business outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or Economics required; Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) experience preferred.
• 1-3 years in analytical roles such as Sales Finance or FP&A.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and internal controls.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with Power BI or other business intelligence software is advantageous.
• Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines efficiently.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy with a passion for delivering excellent results.
• Self-motivated and able to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills to translate data into actionable strategies.
• Competency in organizing and analyzing large datasets to solve complex problems.
• Demonstrated expertise in employing financial analysis tools and concepts to drive business success.
• Professional demeanor and ability to engage confidently with all management levels, including senior leadership.
• High integrity and ethical standards.
• Preferred experience supporting Business Units and collaborating with Field Sales organizations.
• Experience with ERP systems, MicroStrategy, Vistaar, and OneStream is a plus.
• Knowledge of syndicated volume and pricing data (e.g., Nielsen, IRI Circana) and Trade Promotion Management/Optimization systems is beneficial.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Ability to regularly lift up to 25 pounds.
• Availability for long-distance travel via plane or train.
• Work performed in a professional office setting requiring standing, walking, sitting, and extensive computer use for prolonged periods.
• Good vision capabilities including close, distance, focus adjustment, peripheral, and color vision.

Locations

This position is based in Dallas, Texas, with additional locations including Chicago, Illinois.

Compensation

The salary for this role ranges from $69,500 to $102,100, adjusted based on geographical market, candidate qualifications, experience, and organizational needs. Employees are also eligible for a benefits package including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, and a 401(k) plan.

Equal Opportunity

Constellation Brands is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion regardless of sex, race, age, disability, or other protected categories as defined by applicable law.