Finance Analyst - SC&O Reporting & Own Label in Bristol

Location: Bristol, United Kingdom

Job Function: Finance

Employment Type: 12 month Fixed Term Contract

Established in 2025 following the merger of Accolade Wines and Pernod Ricard Winemakers, Vinarchy is an exceptional global wine company committed to redefining wine. Crafting extraordinary wines in Australia, New Zealand, Spain, Italy, South Africa, Chile and the United States, and sharing them in almost every corner of the world, we are relentlessly innovative, ambitious and imaginative at every stage from grape to glass.

About the role

Trusted finance business partner to key Supply Chain & Operations stakeholders across Operations, Finance and Commercial teams. As the Finance Analyst, your primary responsibility will involve overseeing and upholding the Sainsbury Own Label pricing files, supporting SG&A analysis for all SC&O UK business units and assisting with inventory analysis and reporting. This role offers an excellent chance to demonstrate your problem‑solving abilities and analytical acumen, by collaborating with internal stakeholders throughout the organisation to enact impactful transformations.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Prepare monthly Slow‑Moving Inventory (SMI) reports, analysing ageing profiles, identifying at‑risk stock, and providing insight to supply chain and finance teams to support decision‑making.
• Conduct inventory reporting and analysis, including reconciliations, stock movement reviews, and root‑cause investigation of discrepancies, ensuring accuracy and visibility of key trends.
• Business partner with stakeholders across Supply Chain and Commercial, including teams in different geographic locations, to deliver business insights across finished goods inventory.
• Assist with BW and FG Adjustments analysis and reporting.
• Provide support for SG&A P&L budgeting and forecasting.
• Assist the SC&O Manager with reporting and tracking of Value Creation initiatives.

Sainsbury Co-Pack

• Support co‑pack month‑end reporting by preparing data extracts, validating inputs, investigating variances, and delivering clear analysis to highlight operational and cost drivers.
• Support and ensure quarterly pricing files are updated accurately in a timely manner.
• Support on any JS ad‑hoc projects (e.g. pre duty buy‑in, contract renegotiation, duty deferred invoicing).

Governance & Controls

• Ensure financial data is appropriately recorded and maintained within relevant systems.
• Ensure all key balance sheet reconciliations have been completed in line with predetermined timelines and are supported by valid, complete and accurate documents and data.
• Ensure reconciling items are actioned on a timely basis.
• Assist in the year end process and requests for information and liaison with external auditors.

What You’ll Bring:

• University degree in accounting/finance or related discipline.
• CA/CPA professional accreditation (commenced or near completion).
• 1‑3 years’ relevant experience in Accounting or Finance based roles.
• Well‑developed computer skills, particularly PC based applications including MS Excel, PowerPoint & Word.
• Contribute to team outputs and manage time effectively.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills.
• Problem solving capability.
• Bias for action and results delivery.
• Able to work well under pressure.
• Demonstrates enthusiasm and is self‑motivated.
• Work in a proactive manner.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent planning and organisational skills.
• Teamwork and co‑operation.

Physical and Other Requirements

• Availability for meetings out‑of‑hours to communicate with the various financial, supply and operations teams.
• Available for travel to sites.

Why Join Us?

Vinarchy is a home for passionate people to do their very best work. We believe in empowering our people and celebrating success. We offer a competitive rewards package and the opportunity to work with a world‑class team.

You Will Also Have Access To:

• Annual wine allowance and access to unique wine specials.
• Flexible working (up to 2 days working from home).
• Start your weekend early with our Fast Friday finishes.
• Modern office located in Bristol.
• Go Beyond Day – make a difference in your local community.
• Access to an extensive online learning library.
• Private Health Insurance discounts & annual flu vaccination programme.
• Employee Assistance Programme & various exclusive employee discounts.

At Vinarchy we are dedicated to building a diverse, dynamic and inclusive culture. Prospective candidates will be required to provide proof of legal work rights and undertake relevant pre‑employment screening to verify eligibility and suitability.