FP&A Business Partner

ESSILORLUXOTTICA GROUP; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading eyewear and eyecare company based in London is looking for an Opex Controller. In this role, you will ensure accurate financial reporting of OPEX, assist in preparing forecasts, and provide financial support to department heads. Ideal candidates should possess 2-5 years of experience in cost control and be proficient in SAP and Excel. Join us in creating an inclusive environment and making a positive impact.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years experience in cost control, financial reporting, planning & analysis.
• Ability to build rapport across the organization.
• Proficient in SAP accounting system and advanced Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting of OPEX.
• Assist in the preparation of financial forecasts and monitor variances.
• Review monthly spends by category and challenge deviations.

Skills

Cost control

Financial reporting

Planning & analysis

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

SAP accounting system

Advanced Excel skills

Job description

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, Oliver Peoples, Vogue Eyewear and Costa), as well as a network that offers consumers high-quality vision care and best-in-class shopping experiences (such as Sunglass Hut, LensCrafters, Salmoiraghi & Viganò and the GrandVision network), and leading e-commerce platforms.

Join our global community of over 190,000 dedicated employees around the world in driving the transformation of the eyewear and eyecare industry.

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Are you willing to pioneer new frontiers, foster inclusivity and collaboration, embrace agility, ignite passion, and make a positive impact on the world? Join us in redefining the boundaries of what's possible.

Role Overview

In this position, you will act as an Opex Controller to the UKI EssilorLuxottica Group across our Frames & Lenses businesses.

You will have a number of core accountabilities in the role, including:

• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting of OPEX (e.g. correct accounting postings, good / service receipts, provisions, accounts, CC, Cost accruals determination / coordination of postings)
• Assist in the preparation of financial forecasts, and monitor variances against forecasts and KPIs
• Review monthly spends by category vs LY & Budget/latest forecast and challenge deviations and understand the impact of the main cost drivers: HC, inflations, etc
• Act as a business partner to department heads, providing financial guidance and support on expense management.
• Monitor and analyze selling costs, including sales commissions, promotional expenses, travel, and other sales-related expenditures.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of selling cost drivers, identifying opportunities for cost reduction and efficiency improvements
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on projects and initiatives as required

Requirements

You will bring the following skills and experience to the role:

• 2-5 years experience in cost control, financial reporting, planning & analysis.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to build rapport with a wide range of colleagues across the organisation.
• An ability to self-manage, motivate and work on your own initiative.
• Manage multiple tasks across a variety of functions to meet deadlines.
• The ability to investigate a problem or situation beyond routine questioning.
• Attention to detail and ability to thrive within a fast-moving environment.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in SAP accounting system and advanced Excel skills.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We celebrate diversity and provide equal opportunities to all, regardless of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic that makes us unique.