Benelux Finance Controller: P&L Strategist & Cost Optimizer

ESSILORLUXOTTICA GROUP; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ESSILORLUXOTTICA GROUP is seeking a Benelux Financial Controller in Amsterdam. This pivotal role will provide a holistic view of the company's P&L and identify risks and opportunities for financial planning.

You will lead budgeting and forecasting processes, manage financial reporting, and drive cost optimization efforts. Candidates should have 5-10 years of experience in financial roles and proficiency in SAP and Excel is essential.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years experience in cost control, financial reporting, planning & analysis.
• Excellent communication, presentation skills and analytical skills.
• Ability to build rapport with colleagues across the organization.
• Self-management and initiative in work.
• Ability to meet deadlines with multiple tasks.
• Attention to detail in a fast-moving environment.
• Proficiency in SAP accounting system and advanced Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Support financial targets and ensuring alignment across stakeholders.
• Own end-to-end budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Lead bottom-up OPEX planning aligning cost structures with strategy.
• Coordinate finance closing and reporting timelines.
• Ensure accuracy of OPEX reporting and financial statements.
• Deliver insightful financial reporting and variance analysis.
• Partner with department heads for financial guidance and cost management.

Skills

Cost control

Financial reporting

Planning & analysis

Communication skills

Analytical skills

SAP accounting system

Advanced Excel skills

Job description

ESSILORLUXOTTICA GROUP is seeking a Benelux Financial Controller in Amsterdam. This pivotal role will provide a holistic view of the company's P&L and identify risks and opportunities for financial planning.

You will lead budgeting and forecasting processes, manage financial reporting, and drive cost optimization efforts. Candidates should have 5-10 years of experience in financial roles and proficiency in SAP and Excel is essential.