Finance Business Partner - Key Accounts

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the eyewear sector is seeking a Finance Business Partner to oversee financial operations for Key Accounts. This role involves providing critical financial insights to support strategic decisions, managing relationships with key stakeholders, and ensuring accurate reporting. The ideal candidate will possess CIMA or ACCA qualifications and excel in financial analysis and communication. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will drive profitability and enhance decision-making in a rapidly evolving market. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a leading global organization.

Qualifications

• CIMA or ACCA qualification required for financial oversight.
• Strong Excel skills for data analysis and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary finance contact for Key Accounts.
• Support management with financial insights for decision-making.
• Analyze pricing structures to maximize profitability.

Skills

Financial Analysis

Excel Skills

Stakeholder Management

Time Management

Data Manipulation

Education

CIMA Qualification

ACCA Qualification

Job description

Finance Business Partner - Key Accounts, London

Client: EssilorLuxottica

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: [Insert Reference]

Job Views: 8

Posted: 26.04.2025

Expiry Date: 10.06.2025

Job Description:

We are EssilorLuxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames, and sunglasses. The company combines expertise in advanced lens technologies and iconic eyewear craftsmanship to address the evolving vision needs worldwide and the growing eyewear industry.

This management role within the UK&I market wholesale organization is responsible for the financial oversight and accuracy of the Key Accounts channels, supporting key business decisions through financial insights.

The role reports to the Head of Controlling UKI and has one direct report.

Responsibilities:

1. Serve as the primary finance contact for the Key Accounts commercial team and manage relationships with end customers.
2. Support commercial directors and management teams with financial insights to enhance decision-making.
3. Handle internal and external reporting for the Key Accounts channel.
4. Track rebates, chargebacks, and YEB per individual Key Account contract.
5. Oversee frame stock management for Key Accounts.
6. Collaborate with the Key Account team to understand differences between DOP profitability and true sourcing-based profitability.
7. Analyze pricing structures and trading terms across the Key Accounts group, ensuring defensibility and maximizing profitability.
8. Maintain regular contact with the commercial team to advise on target achievement and contract negotiations.
9. Participate in project work as required.

Profile:

1. CIMA or ACCA qualification.
2. Ability to analyze, interpret, and communicate financial information effectively.
3. Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.
4. Excellent time management and organizational skills.
5. Strong Excel skills and data manipulation abilities.
6. Ability to coach and motivate team members to achieve targets.