Job Description

ESSILORLUXOTTICA EssilorLuxottica is an Italian-French vertically integrated multinational corporation based in Paris and founded on 1 October 2018 from the merger of the Italian Luxottica with the F ESSILORLUXOTTICA EssilorLuxottica is an Italian-French vertically integrated multinational corporation based in Paris and founded on 1 October 2018 from the merger of the Italian Luxottica with the French Essilor. The group designs, produces and markets ophthalmic lenses, optical equipment, prescription glasses and sunglasses. The company has a portfolio of proprietary and licensed brands including Ray-Ban, Oakley, Michael Kors, Varilux, Crizal,Transitions, LensCrafters. At EssilorLuxottica our mission is to help people see more and be more. Our groundbreaking products correct, protect and frame the beauty of our most precious sensory organ - our eyes. By combining our expertise in lens technology and eyewear manufacturing, a portfolio of brands that consumers love and global distribution capabilities, we enable people everywhere to learn, to work, to express themselves and to fulfill their potential. EssilorLuxottica reported consolidated revenue of nearly 21.5 billion in 2021 with revenue growth of 7% @ constant Fx. JOB TITLE: BUSINESS CONTROLLING MANAGER WHAT DOES THE ROLE OFFER Gain unique insights into the ophthalmic optics and frames industry where EssilorLuxottica leads the fight against the word's #1 disability - vision impairment. Long term career growth with the company in a sun-rise industry Exposure to APAC + India, one of the most exciting regions in EssilorLuxottica in terms of growth, diversity, and challenges. Experience in supporting both organic businesses and acquisitions Visibility with senior stakeholders in both the regional HQ. Interactions with diverse finance teams across 3 major sub-regions WHAT ARE THE UNIQUE CHALLENGES/OPPORTUNITIES 70%+ of the region consists of joint ventures which are run by entrepreneurs which we consolidate and need to ensure proper controls in place. Multiple ERP systems and manual intensive processes. Regional ERP implementation ongoing Distributed controllership environment. Shared services strategy under development Significant opportunities and low-hanging fruits to standard finance and accounting processes RESPONSIBILITIES AND SCOPE This role is a core member of the APAC HQ team, reporting to the APAC Transformation & Strategic Projects Director. The mission of the person is 2 fold. Transformation of the Finance organization. This include but not limited to the following: Division Operating Profit implementation / roll out New Planning Tool Rollout Legal Entity Reduction Create / prepare Statutory KPI for Joint Ventures Working Capital roll out including new DPO (Days Payable) Cash Flow forecasting and automation of reconciliation with bank balance Business Controlling. Be the FP&A for selected region/business to partner with business managers to drive: Monthly business profitability / monitor/understand/analysis of key KPI for business success Budget process Forecast process Promote sustainable business growth by strengthening financial stewardship and promoting an effective control environment The person will collaborate with the Finance leadership in the APAC + India to execute the above deliverables. REQUIREMENTS Essential Qualification: Recognized Degree in Accountancy/Finance with solid accounting and process knowledge. (CPA/ACCA preferred though not required) Min 8years of relevant working experience in Finance. Project management skills is an advantage. Positive attitude and self-starter, going the extra mile. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Advanced MS Excel skill is required as the role requires analysis and automation of reporting Advantage Experience with process improvements and reporting automation is preferred. Experience in MS Dynamics ERP (D365) is an added advantage. Other Good PC skills including MS ppt, consolidation tool such as HFM, etc. Exposure to JV partnership support and accounting a plus. Treasury experience and FX hedging expertise highly valued