Sr. Manager, Accounting

Requisition ID: 872541 
Position:Full-Time

Total Rewards: Benefits/Incentive Information

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 span 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, accompany and enable 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 Senior Manager, Accounting is responsible for various accounting, reporting and audit related activities.  This includes month-end close, consolidation, and serving as the primary contact for the external audit firm. The Senior Manager partners with key finance team members to ensure the accuracy of financial reporting on a monthly basis and with global corporate office to ensure that financial reporting needs are satisfactorily met in a timely manner.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serves as a leader in executing monthly close and Group reporting
• Leads team in performing balance sheet reviews and reconciliations
• Assesses the proper accounting for transactions in accordance with both IFRS & US GAAP
• Builds strong working relationships with business partners
• Ensures intercompany transactions are properly identified and reconciled with trading partners
• Work directly with internal & external auditors to ensure successful & timely completion of audits
• Ensure a strong internal control environment is maintained
• Leads associates in setting business and development objectives and providing performance feedback
• Participate in special project work such as strategic business initiatives & implementation of new systems
• Manages the reconciliation of data between financial systems
• Carries out various foreign currency related task thru coordination with the Treasury group
• Lead monthly close activities including review & approval of journal entries
• Analyze project spend compared to plan & drivers of significant variances
• Assist with implementation of financial systems & tools to manage accounting & reporting
• Maintain an effective internal control environment as required by Sarbanes-Oxley
• Manage accuracy & completeness of reporting package submitted to corporate
• Manage work of team, setting clear expectations, delegating tasks, and following up to ensure completion
• Take initiative to solve problems/pursue business opportunities
• Communicate both upward and downward to keep management and associates informed
• Maintain working knowledge of business operations and activities; communicate impact of activities to appropriate associates and leadership
• Maintain working knowledge of accounting standards and policies

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related experience
• 8-10 years of experience in accounting
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Self-Starter
• Demonstrate willingness & ability to be a self-starter, taking the initiative to solve problems
• Demonstrate the ability & desire to initiate & successfully accomplish personal & business goals
• Ability to analyze problems, to compile data, to determine facts and reach a logical conclusion
• Ability to prioritize & multi task
• Constructively challenge the process & take the initiative to search for opportunities to grow, improve & innovate
• Effective time management, organizational & communication skills (both written & oral )
• Ability to interact professionally with coworkers, management & customers
• Ability to build strong business relationships in a team environment

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• CPA or MBA
• Public Accounting experience
• Experience in SAP FI/CO, Hyperion HFM & Essbase
• Ability to be assertive, creative, & results-oriented
• Strong time management, decision-making, & delegation skills

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.  To request a reasonable accommodation, please call the EssilorLuxottica SpeakUp Hotline at 844-303-0229 (be sure to provide your name and contact information so that we may follow up in a timely manner) or email HRCompliance@luxotticaretail.com. 
  
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 (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected pregnancy or maternity leave), genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law. Native Americans in the US receive preference in accordance with Tribal Law.