Global Financial Analyst – Accounting & Close

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If you’ve worn a pair of glasses, we’ve already met.

We are a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames, and sunglasses. We offer our industry stakeholders in over 150 countries access to a global platform of high-quality vision care products such as the Essilor brand, with Varilux, Crizal, Eyezen, Stellest and Transitions, iconic brands that consumers love such as Ray-Ban, Oakley, Persol and Oliver Peoples, as well as a network that offers consumers high-quality vision care and best-in-class shopping experiences such as Sunglass Hut, Lens Crafters, and Target Optical, and leading e-commerce platforms.

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 Essilor Luxottica 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.

The Financial Analyst will be responsible for the preparation of balance sheet reconciliations, month-end closing entries, cash flow forecasts, implementation of internal controls and ad hoc requests related to accounting projects. This role will participate in the finalization of year-end closing, reporting and support of the financial year and audit.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Participate in month-end and year end closing process, including inter-company balance management and analysis of variances
• Oversee, conduct and follow-up on analyses of monthly results and reconciliations of balance sheet accounts.
• Ensure the integrity of financial systems is maintained, ensure financial information is maintained up-to-date in a timely and precise manner, and recommend improvements to internal controls.
• Oversee and carry out the preparation of reports required by the business unit and the corporate consolidation team.
• Recommend and participate in the implementation of improvement measures (this includes being a key participant in computer system troubleshooting, improvements and conversions)
• Work with external auditors to complete their audit by providing the required information
• Monitor and record financial transactions according to company policies, and provide guidance to other personnel
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies, procedures and Internal Controls
• Provide accounting support to company-owned locations and partner labs
• Work with government auditors when required
• Participate in process improvements and special projects
• Provide daily assistance to the corporate controller and actively support all projects related to accounting functions and objectives

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting
• 1+ year(s) experience in Financial Analysis
• Strong modeling and financial analysis skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ease in communicating at all organizational levels

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of SAP and Hyperion/Essbase
• Experience in multi-national corporations

This posting is for an existing vacancy within our business.

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.

Essilor Luxottica complies with all applicable laws related to the application and hiring process. If you would like…