Job Title: Finance & Operations Cash Manager

Location: Simmonscourt Dublin 4

Contract: Permanent

About Pernod Ricard

Pernod Ricard is a worldwide leader in the spirits and champagne industry, blending traditional craftsmanship, state-of-the-art brand development, and global distribution technologies. Our prestigious portfolio of premium to luxury brands includes Absolut vodka, Ricard pastis, Ballantine’s, Chivas Regal, Royal Salute, and The Glenlivet Scotch whiskies, Jameson Irish whiskey, Martell cognac, Havana Club rum, Beefeater gin, Malibu liqueur and Mumm and Perrier-Jouët champagnes. Our mission is to ensure the long-term growth of our brands with full respect for people and the environment, while empowering our employees around the world to be ambassadors.

About Us

Irish Distillers is part of Pernod Ricard’s Gold Brand Unit – Aged Spirits and Champagne, a division which brings together an exceptional and prestigious portfolio of whisk(e)y, cognac and champagne brands.

Role Purpose

The Finance & Operations Cash Manager is responsible for leading cash reporting, cash forecasting, treasury operations, and cash optimisation initiatives across the Irish Distillers Group (IDG). The role drives cash generation manages key banking and treasury processes, and ensures strong financial controls, while supporting cross functional teams and contributing to long term strategic cash planning.

Key Responsibilities

Treasury & Cash Operations

Lead daytoday banking operations, including oversight of all financial transactions.
Manage and maintain relationships with core banking providers.
Administer and manage the intercompany loan portfolio.
Coordinate the local NonNetting FX hedging process with Group Treasury.
Manage the operational activities of the GIF (Group International Finance) branch.

Cash Reporting, Forecasting & Planning

Own the MonthEnd, Budget, and Rolling Forecast cycles for all Cash Reporting.
Lead short and longterm cash forecasting to meet internal and Group requirements.
Support the Finance Operations and Business Analysis teams in building the annual Strategic Cash 3Year Plan and budget.
Reconcile Excise Duty liability reporting with duty movements.

Cash Optimisation & Working Capital

Drive cashflow optimisation and support delivery of cashgeneration targets.
Implement adhoc cash optimisation projects.
Maximise value from IDL and DBL securitisation programmes.
Optimise benefits from the IDL Supplier Financing programme in partnership with Procurement.
Support Production Accounting through the Strategic cash drivers reporting process
Manage the receivables ledger collection risk profile.
Track Cased Goods inventory performance against operational excellence targets.

Risk, Controls & Compliance

Maintain high standards of internal controls and financial risk management across treasury and cash activities.
Ensure compliance with Group treasury policies and financial control frameworks.

Stakeholder Management & Collaboration

Manage relationships with the Group Insurance Manager and Captive Manager for the PR Global re‑insurance entity.
Collaborate with Finance Operations, Business Analysis, Production Accounting, Procurement, Group Treasury and other key internal stakeholders.

People Leadership

Lead, coach, and develop direct report(s), enabling strong performance and professional growth.

Skills & Experience

Essential

Professional Accountancy Qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
Minimum 5 years post‑qualification experience in FMCG, Pharma, or Financial Services.
Strong knowledge of financial operations, cash reporting, and cash forecasting.
Proven analytical ability with strong problem‑solving skills.
Excellent communication and stakeholder‑management skills.
Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple workstreams simultaneously.
High level of accuracy, strong attention to detail, and a structured approach to organising work.
Strong Excel and MS Office capability.

Desirable

Experience in cash management, treasury operations, or working capital programmes.
Knowledge of Order‑to‑Cash and Procure‑to‑Pay cycles.
Experience with SAP and EPM tools.

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.
People 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

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Job Posting End Date:

2026-04-30

Finance & Operations Cash Manager

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