Alternance Contrôle Interne HF

Would you like to join an international company work in a dynamic environment and gain a transversal view of internal control challenges Pernod Ricard is recruiting its future Group Internal Control Apprentice starting in September 2026 for one year.

As the worlds No.2 in wines and spirits Pernod Ricard owns one of the most prestigious brand portfolios in the industry and operates in a highly regulated and constantly evolving environment.

Purpose of the role

Within the Internal Control Brand Units and HQ team (5 people) the apprentice contributes to the management maintenance and strengthening of the internal control framework across a broad scope covering Headquarters and Brand Units (The Absolut Company Martell Mumm Perrier Jouet Chivas Irish Distillers).

The apprentice supports the team in activities related to LSF (Loi de Sécurité Financière) Sapin II Internal Control testing campaigns as well as various controls and cross-functional projects.

Key responsibilities

1. Contribute to the internal control framework (HQ & Brand Units)

Support the implementation and monitoring of internal control frameworks in line with LSF and Sapin II requirements

Contribute to annual internal control campaigns: preparation execution and documentation of tests

Participate in the update of risk mappings gap analysis and follow-up of action plans

Support the team in tracking recommendations issued by internal and external auditors

2. Perform cross-functional controls and analyses

Participate in the execution of internal control tests across various processes (procure-to-pay T&E)

Analyze test results identify key risks and contribute to the formalization of conclusions

Support ad-hoc controls or specific reviews depending on team priorities

3. Support and raise awareness among operational teams

Contribute to internal control awareness initiatives for HQ and Brand Units teams

Participate in the preparation of communication training and reporting materials

Answer operational teams questions related to internal control rules and best practices

4. Contribute to projects and continuous improvement

Participate in projects aimed at improving internal control processes and tools

Contribute to the harmonization of practices between HQ and Brand Units

Be proactive in suggesting improvements to methodologies tools and reporting

Profile

-Student currently enrolled in a Masters degree (Accounting Audit Internal Control Compliance Risk Management or Finance)

-Basic knowledge of accounting audit and internal control principles

-Strong interest in structured and regulated environments

-Analytical mindset strong attention to detail and good organizational skills

-Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team

-Comfortable with office tools (Excel PowerPoint); interest in information systems is a plus

-Professional proficiency in French and English

-A first experience in internal control audit or finance would be a plus

Why join us

-A transverse role offering a Group-wide perspective (HQ & Brand Units)

-An international and collaborative working environment

-Up to 1 day of remote work per week

-Unlimited access to the Coursera learning platform

-Company restaurant health insurance and additional employee benefits

-A supportive and learning-driven environment

92.2% of our interns and apprentices recommend Pernod Ricard as an employer (Happy Trainees 2025)

Pernod Ricard is strongly committed to diversity and inclusion. Our recruitment methods focus on skills to ensure equal opportunities for all.

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