Finance manager operations Sweden

Pernod Ricard•Stockholm, ME

39d

About The Position

Are you passionate about working with an iconic brand, to create impactful and culturally relevant innovations for our consumers? Do you want to be part of an international and inclusive team that values collaboration, creativity and fun? Then look no further than The Absolut Group! The Finance Manager Operations Sweden is based in Stockholm and plays a key role in driving performance management and financial planning across Absolut Vodka's operations in Åhus. In this role, you'll lead a skilled and autonomous team in Åhus, ready to evolve how they work. With your guidance, they'll embrace new ways of thinking, sharpen their processes, and build a stronger financial backbone for Absolut Vodka's operations. This is a chance to shape not just numbers, but mindset. Main responsibilities and tasks: Operations Finance Leadership Lead and develop a team of three finance business partners based in Åhus Act as Finance Manager for Absolut Vodka in Åhus, reporting to the Operations Finance Director Coordinate and prepare rolling forecasts, month-end closings, and three-year CapEx plans Performance and Efficiency Management Connect operational KPIs to financial results and define action plans Ensure transparency on costs, manufacturing variances, inventory and cash development Lead standard cost updates and assumptions preparation, creating a natural backup for current processes Digital and Process Excellence Elevate analysis and streamline ways of working across ERP and reporting systems Contribute to digital transformation initiatives such as Power BI and SAP S/4HANA or equivalent Ensure compliance with internal controls and group policies Collaboration and Strategic Projects Act as the voice of Finance in the Operations leadership team Collaborate closely with finance teams in Åhus and Stockholm, as well as Pernod Ricard HQ Engage in strategic projects and manufacturing accounting processes Travel to Åhus approximately twice per month, with increased presence during onboarding

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field
Minimum 5-10 years relevant experience in finance, controlling, and accounting within a manufacturing environment
Proven track record in leading teams and managing finance in a stand-alone industrial facility
Experience working in large international organizations with global collaboration and remote teams
Familiarity with SAP or similar ERP systems; experience with standard costing processes is a plus
You are a confident and humble leader who thrives in ambiguity and embraces change
You bring a positive attitude and a hands-on mindset, balancing support and challenge to drive results
You are resilient, pragmatic, and ready to lead Absolut Vodka's finance operations through a period of transformation
You build trust through transparency, adapt quickly to shifting priorities, and communicate with clarity and emotional intelligence
You are collaborative, courageous, and committed to making a meaningful impact

Responsibilities

Lead and develop a team of three finance business partners based in Åhus
Act as Finance Manager for Absolut Vodka in Åhus, reporting to the Operations Finance Director
Coordinate and prepare rolling forecasts, month-end closings, and three-year CapEx plans
Connect operational KPIs to financial results and define action plans
Ensure transparency on costs, manufacturing variances, inventory and cash development
Lead standard cost updates and assumptions preparation, creating a natural backup for current processes
Elevate analysis and streamline ways of working across ERP and reporting systems
Contribute to digital transformation initiatives such as Power BI and SAP S/4HANA or equivalent
Ensure compliance with internal controls and group policies
Act as the voice of Finance in the Operations leadership team
Collaborate closely with finance teams in Åhus and Stockholm, as well as Pernod Ricard HQ
Engage in strategic projects and manufacturing accounting processes
Travel to Åhus approximately twice per month, with increased presence during onboarding