Job Description

YOUR OPPORTUNITY

Bacardi has entered an exciting phase of our journey to become the best Spirits company in the world. The Regional Controller – AMEA will be an integral member of the Corporate Controllership team. The focus of this role will be to 1) ensure accurate and timely financial reporting 2) the maintenance of a strong internal control environment 3) working capital optimization throughout Bacardi’s AMEA region

ABOUT YOU

You are an independent and highly motivated individual who possesses deep technical accounting knowledge coupled with strong business acumen, proactive and curious, with an ability to build sustained relationships and collaborate well with a diverse set of stakeholders. Be an expert and guide to others on accounting standards, US GAAP and our internal statements of authorities and control infrastructure. Your outgoing personality and people skills will be vital in helping manage our Finance team, while also being supportive of our business partners.

RESPONSIBILITIES - WITH OUR CONSUMER AT THE HEART YOUR KEY FOCUS WILL BE

• Oversee and deliver accurate financial reporting across Bacardi’s Asia, Middle East and Africa region (AMEA), which includes a diverse mix of emerging markets.
• Responsible for driving a strong internal control environment within the AMEA Region, including effective collaboration with the company’s internal and external auditors.
• Active collaboration with the teams throughout the region, Global Finance and the Bacardi Enterprise Services (BES) team to ensure that complex accounting matters are properly reported in accordance with US GAAP
• Partner with in-market, procurement and supply chain teams to drive working capital optimization
• Partner with in-market teams and relevant Centers of Excellence to drive compliance across a broad range of activities including statutory financial reporting and tax reporting and compliance.
• Drive process efficiency and optimization across a range of sub-processes, and serve as a key leader to support the company’s implementation of SAP S4 Hana
• Participate and add value to special projects, in partnership with the AMEA Region, Global Finance and other stakeholders
• Identify control vulnerabilities and value-added opportunities to improve current processes and systems
• Be a vocal exponent of accounting and control best practices

SKILLS - THE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE NEEDED TO CREATE YOUR LEGACY

• 5+ years of Big 4 Audit Experience. Additional experience with a company in the CPG industry is preferred but not required.
• Comprehensive knowledge of accounting standards & US GAAP
• Strong Project Management and ability to oversee the management of multiple complex projects to ensure successful delivery (on time and within budget) while identifying potential issues/risks
• Sound understanding of internal controls, standards, and processes to ensure accuracy and consistency in data used for decision-making, internal/external reporting and communications
• Full grasp of financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow, CAPEX)
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills and ability to deliver high-quality output to very demanding deadlines
• Demonstrable skill in working in partnership with various internal stakeholders to share information and influence business strategies
• Ability to find solutions through analytical, interpretive, and innovative thinking
• Proven experience of leading large teams across multiple locations. Able to command and inspire groups and influence at a senior leadership level
• Excellent communication and presentation skills to discuss and explain complex information to audiences with varying knowledge level
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics. Master's/CPA required

PERSONAL QUALITIES – SHARE OUR FOUNDER’S PASSION AND ENTREPRENEURIAL FLAIR

• You must be wi lling to be ve ry hands-on; you ne ed to un de rsta nd fully your region/function a nd how it wo rks, and wo rk alo ngside t he Te am to d rive t he region/fu nction fo rwa rd to bes t-in -class
• An att ention to det ail m atch ed by the a bil ity to look at a bro ad er st rat egic Fina nce vis ion
• The d esire a nd ability to take on a dditio nal roles and responsibilities
• Belo ngin g You h ave a st ro ng c ap acity to c re ate a c ultu re of ‘ Bel on ging’, whe re pe ople fe el app rec iat ed for who th ey a re, what th ey d o, and who th ey can b eco me
• Self -Awa re ne ss: You h ave high levels of s el f-awa re ness, are refl ective and kn ow you rself well, un de rsta nding b oth your own st re ngt hs a nd we akness es and yo ur imp act on oth ers
• Pe ople Agil ity: You b ring a de ep a bil ity to u nd ersta nd and relate to p eo ple and n avigate t hro ugh t ou gh sit uations to h arn ess a nd multiply coll ective p erfo rma nce
• Results A gil ity: You d emo nst rate consistent d elivery of resul ts in fi rs t-time sit uations by ins piring te ams, exhibiting a p resence t hat b uilds confidence in y ou rself and o th ers.
• Me ntal Agility: You can t hi nk c riti cally to p en et rate co mplex pro bl ems a nd expand t he possibili ties by making f resh conn ections. You t hink st rat egica lly whi lst being execu tion foc used a nd bring c re ativity to the challe ng es you’re p resent ed with
• Change Agility: You have a deep natural curiosity, desire to experiment and ability to effectively deal with the heat of change. You have a growth and learning mindset: ready to test, stumble, learn and apply from experience

LEADERSHIP AGILITY

At Bacardi we care deeply about finding brilliant talent who can bring the following personal attributes to help elevate our 3Fs: Fearless, Family, Founder culture to the next level.

• Belonging: You have a strong capacity to create a culture of ‘Belonging’, where people feel appreciated for who they are, what they do, and who they can become

• Self-Awareness: You have high levels of self-awareness, are reflective and know yourself well, understanding both your own strengths and weaknesses and your impact on others

• People Agility: You bring a deep ability to understand and relate to people and navigate through tough situations to harness and multiply collective performance

• Results Agility You demonstrate consistent delivery of results in first-time situations by inspiring teams, exhibiting a presence that builds confidence in yourself and others.

• Mental Agility You can think critically to penetrate complex problems and expand the possibilities by making fresh connections. You think strategically whilst being execution focused and bring creativity to the challenges you’re presented with

• Change Agility: You have a deep natural curiosity, desire to experiment and ability to effectively deal with the heat of change. You have a growth and learning mindset: ready to test, stumble, learn and apply from experience

Disclaimer: Bacardi seeks talent from all backgrounds to bring diversity of thought, agility and capability to our organization across the globe. We promote a working environment where all employees are treated and rewarded fairly. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination that adversely affects individuals or groups on the basis of national origin, race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, and any other legally protected aspect of a person’s identity.

U.S. applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws.

Perks of Working for us

At Bacardi, we are committed to providing our Primos (employees) with a comprehensive Total Rewards package of compensation, benefits, incentives, allowances, well-being, and much more to meet the needs of themselves and their families. It goes beyond just Cash! The total rewards program is based on pay for performance, whereby the incentive programs are linked to company and individual performance.

Compensation, Paid Time Off & Retirement:

• Competitive Pay Package

• Competitive Holiday/Paid Time Off, plus additional days offered ( i.e., volunteer day, allowing you to give back to the community)

• Retirement/Pension Plan

Health & Wellbeing

• Medical, Critical Illness, and Life Insurance

• Employee Assistance Programs

• Best-in-class, family-friendly, and inclusive leave policies

Additional Benefits

The benefits /perks may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Bacardi, your work location, and are subject to change.

Some benefits may be subject to an employee contribution.

Some benefits may be fully or partially subsidized. Incentive plans are linked to the nature of your employment and can vary based on region, market, function or brand.