Requisition ID: 854574
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 spans 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 accompanies and enables 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 Commercial FP&A Director is primarily responsible for managing and reporting the consolidated financial results of EssilorLuxottica North America wholesale reporting entities (includes US and Canada), coordinating all budgeting and forecasting procedures.
This Director will have full financial controllership responsibility for subsidiary-wide CAPEX and OPEX (including Labor & Non-Labor costs). This key finance leader will partner closely with the leadership in Commercial Finance to understand topline performance and ensure overall profit objectives are met.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Direct analysis of monthly results and variance reporting to internal and corporate management. Necessitates a high level of understanding of the business operations through continual communication with management / department heads. Continual budget and forecast vs. actual analyses and identification and quantification of updates to financial results.
- Responsible for completion of annual budget in timely, detailed manner including providing guidance and support for operating department heads.
- Responsible for completion of forecasts and monthly outlooks.
- Lead Finance partner to Shared Service FP&A teams for Marketing, Logistics, and G&A expenses which includes providing direction on required forecast inputs, coordinating volume assumptions with NA Logistics, and being able to communicate monthly results through detailed analysis.
- Coordinate with HR on headcount reporting to Corporate, ensuring alignment with overall financials.
- Partner closely with Commercial Finance team to effectively develop and analyze Channel of Trade operating profit statements.
- Partner closely with Accounting Shared Service Center in Mason, Ohio on all accruals, accounting policies, and required monthly/quarterly reserves.
- Prepare required reporting and details for both quarterly and annual audit.
- Review and approve monthly reconciliation of requested balance sheet accounts.
- Develop continuous risk and opportunity view of business outside of routine planning.
- Oversee and develop capital management process (approvals, projects spend tracking, and related depreciation).
- Prepares periodic and ad hoc analyses of budget versus actual data for revenue and expenses and prepares supporting analysis of variances found.
- Owns profit center, cost center, and accounting structure for all NA Wholesale subsidiaries in SAP and Hyperion.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or Accounting.
- 10+ years progressive financial experience; managerial experience required.
- Demonstrated experience and proficiency in financial and cost analysis.
- Technical acumen of financial statements.
- SAP and Hyperion experience.
- Strong PC skills (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).
- Solid understanding of US GAAP and IFRS.
- Ability to multi-task and adapt to changing priorities.
- Solid tactical management skills, business acumen, and organizational savvy.
- Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Excellent time management, organizational skills, and attention to detail.
- Demonstrated ability to build the business through improved analysis, trending, and reporting.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
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. 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, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law.
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