Finance Manager

Requisition ID : 854805

Position : Full-Time

We are EssilorLuxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames and sunglasses.

The Company brings together the complementary expertise of two industry pioneers, one in advanced lens technologies and the other in the craftsmanship of iconic eyewear, to create a vertically integrated business that is uniquely positioned to address the world’s evolving vision needs and the global demand of a growing eyewear industry.

With over 180,000 dedicated employees in 150 countries driving our iconic brands, our people are creative, entrepreneurial and celebrated for their unique perspectives and individuality.

Committed to vision, we enable people to see more and be more thanks to our innovative designs and lens technologies, exceptional quality and cutting-edge processing methods.

Every day we impact the lives of millions by changing the way people see the world.

Our portfolio of more than 150 renowned brands span various categories, from frames, lenses and instruments to brick and mortar and digital distribution as well as mid-range to premium segments.

Our Shared Services Team, accompany and enable others within the EssilorLuxottica collective to achieve their targets. They keep people and projects running smoothly, ensuring every part of our business is provided for and well taken care of.

GENERAL FUNCTION

The Finance Manager plans, forecasts, reports and analyzes financial performance for a Brand / Business Unit team.

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinates monthly results analysis and maintains effective controls over brand P&L.
• Completes detailed review of actual results on a monthly basis including fully understanding drivers of results.
• Coordinates obtaining variance explanations and reviewing for reasonableness.
• Prepares monthly / quarterly financial packet for Brand leadership including deep insights on drivers of the business.
• Develops annual plan and quarterly forecast.
• Develops and / or reviews forecast for line items; ensures there are adequate action plans to achieve forecast.
• Serves as a financial partner for home office cost center owners.
• Ensures all forecasts / plans are accurate.
• Creates easy-to-understand KPI reporting or dashboards as well as provides actionable key insights to improve results.
• Sets store sales goals and meets reporting deliverables related to associate commission and headcount planning.
• Participates in special projects and creates ad hoc analysis.
• Continuously researches and analyzes ideas for reducing Retail Bad Debt / Over Short.
• Supports analysts / collections team as they partner on key projects.
• Leads special cross functional projects.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting
• 6+ years accounting and / or financial planning and analysis experience
• Experience with financial modeling
• Proficiency with systems (Excel, Hyperion, Business Objects, Essbase, etc.)
• Strong interpersonal and communications skills
• Strong analytical, data mining / report creation abilities
• Initiative Demonstrates willingness and ability to be a self-starter, taking the initiative to solve problems / pursue business opportunities and / or opportunities to increase SGH efficiency
• Results Oriented Remains focused on desired goal versus the process
• Creativity Demonstrates ability to develop, without direction, new approaches, processes, solutions, etc.
• Decision Making Makes sound business decisions, and if necessary, without a comprehensive fact base
• Challenge the Process Constructively challenges the process and takes the initiative to search for opportunities to grow, improve and innovate
• Interpersonal Has effective and productive interaction with individuals of varying levels and functional backgrounds
• Strategic Orientation Understands the company’s strategies and can related them to issues / projects at hand

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience with forecasting and statistical analysis techniques

Employee pay is determined by multiple factors, including geography, experience, qualifications, skills and local minimum wage requirements.

In addition, you may also be offered a competitive bonus and / or commission plan, which complements a first-class total rewards package.

Benefits may include health care, retirement savings, paid time off / vacation, and various employee discounts.

Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, EssilorLuxottica will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities who need assistance in the application and hiring process.

To request a reasonable accommodation, please call the EssilorLuxottica SpeakUp Hotline at 844-303-0229 (be sure to provide your name and contact information so that we may follow up in a timely manner) or email [email protected].

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, social origin, social condition, being perceived as a victim of domestic violence, sexual aggression or stalking, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, ancestry, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected pregnancy or maternity leave), genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law.

Native Americans in the US receive preference in accordance with Tribal Law.