Senior Financial Analyst, Control - WJ Deutsch & Sons : Job Details

Job DetailsJob Location CT - CT Secondary Job Location(s) NY - NY Position Type Finance Job Category Finance DescriptionCHEERS! Founded in 1981, Deutsch Family Wine and Spirits markets quality wines produced by prestigious families from major wine regions of the world. With our headquarters in Stamford, CT, DFWS is the 4th largest wine company with one of the fastest growing spirits portfolios. With our family values and unique culture, DFWS was recognized as one of the Top Workplaces in the U.S. in 2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025. Deutsch Family Wine & Spirits is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst, supporting our Control State and Midwest Business Units. This role is responsible for supporting this sales team in the management of profitability and financial analysis. This role reports directly to the Senior Commercial Manager. This position offers a high degree of flexibility with a strong preference for the NY/CT area.Responsibilities:

• Serving as first point of contact for all questions related to Control Business Unit (BU) financial performance - requires regular communication and collaboration with Senior Sales Director (SSD) & Regional Managers (RM)s.
• Take the lead in coordinating all budgeting and planning activities within the business unit, including distributor financial commitment to DFWS brands.
• P&L Management - conduct regular P&L reviews with SSD and RMs, updating the team on year-to-date results including risk & opportunities identification and mitigation.
• Assist in the management/tracking of spend, ensuring accurate and timely processing, tracking and reporting.
  • Validate, code and submit Sales invoices
  • Tracking of Travel & Entertainment expenses
• Assist the RMs in conducting program forecasting/tracking and analysis/spending effectiveness (ROI).
• Work with the Business Unit team in financial resource investment optimization across markets.
• Deliver business unit level ad hoc financial needs.

Required Skills:

• Advanced Excel Skills
• Advanced analytical mind to synthesize data and develop innovative solutions and recommendations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Confident in engaging with internal & external stakeholders
• Must be adept at managing multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
• Self-sufficient and highly detail-oriented
• Ability to work independently
• Strong organizational skills
• Willingness to travel 10%

Qualifications:

• Minimum three to five years of finance or accounting experience, experience in the beverage alcohol industry is preferred but not required
• BS/BA degree in Finance/Accounting

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation
• Career development opportunities
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance, PTO
• 401 (k) match
• Product allowance to enjoy on DFWS products
• Tuition Reimbursement and a Post Secondary education scholarship program for employees' children
• Gym reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program

We Value Diversity At DFWS, we believe that our differences are our strengths. We embrace and celebrate the diversity of our team members, our customers, and our communities. We strive to create a work environment that fosters inclusion, respect, and collaboration. We are constantly learning and growing from our diverse perspectives and experiences. Inclusion and diversity are not just goals for us, but the core of all we do. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates as we foster a culture of inclusion that provides fair and equal opportunities for all. About Deutsch Family Wine & Spirits Initially called W.J. Deutsch & Sons Ltd., the company was founded in 1981 by Chairman Bill Deutsch to market quality wines produced by prestigious families from major wine regions of the world. In 2009, it announced the expansion of the award-winning company to include a Spirits Portfolio. Today the company is renowned for its brand-building prowess and its ability to meet the needs of the modern consumer. Bill's son Peter Deutsch is CEO; thus two generations of the Deutsch family work side by side in their continuous quest to build strong brands and relationships throughout the wine and spirits industry. The portfolio includes award-winning wines from Australia: [ yellow tail ], [ yellow tail ] Pure Bright; California: Force & Grace, Honest Thief, Josh Cellars, Josh Cellars Reserve, The Calling; France: Beau Joie, Cave de Lugny, Fleurs de Prairie, Hob Nob Vineyards, Sauvion et Fils; Italy: Barone Fini, Villa Pozzi; New Zealand: The Crossings; Portugal: Quinta Do Vale Meao; Argentina: Clos de los Siete; and award-winning spirits: Redemption Whiskey, Bib & Tucker Bourbon, Masterson's Rye, Gray Whale Gin, Luksusowa Vodka and Cantera Negra Tequila. Learn more about Deutsch Family Wine & Spirits at www.deutschfamily.com