Commercial Finance Manager Professional Solutions

We are EssilorLuxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames and sunglasses. We bring together the expertise of two industry pioneers, one in advanced lens technologies and the other in the craftsmanship of iconic eyewear, creating a vertically integrated business that is uniquely positioned to address the world’s evolving vision needs. We craft exclusive eyewear brands Ray-Ban, Oakley, Oliver Peoples, Persol, Costa and more, alongside esteemed licensed brands such as Tiffany & Co, Burberry, and CHANEL whilst our cutting-edge lenses Varilux and Transitions lead the industry in innovation. In Australia and New Zealand, we operate the iconic retail and eye care brands: Sunglass Hut, Oakley, OPSM, Ray-Ban and Laubman & Pank. Every day, EssilorLuxottica’s 190,000 employees in 150 countries work towards a common mission to help people see more and be more. 

We are seeking a highly motivated Commercial Finance Manager to join our Professional Solutions team. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in driving financial insight, performance analysis, and strategic decision-making. Acting as a key business partner, you will influence outcomes across multiple functions, support planning and reporting processes, and help deliver sustainable growth in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Key responsibilities:

• Preparation of a structured weekly and monthly reporting to present an accurate business situation and provide analysis of the results and KPIs.
• Take an active role in preparing ad-hoc analysis, as needed, to gain deeper understanding of favourable or unfavourable trends, competitive threats, impact of tactical opportunities. The commercial finance role is unique as it is a truly cross functional role – you have the opportunity to act as an influencer, liaison, and source of advice across all aspects.
• Responsible for harmonisation of Commercial Condition structure between Business Units, and allow 360 degrees offer implementation.
• Responsible for tracking Customer and Product performance analysis.
• Work with your cross functional counterparts to ensure robust month end commentary for the Monthly Business review and supporting analysis is prepared on topline and gross margin.
• Ensuring meaningful and robust month end commentary is provided during the month end close process.
• Act as strong tandem with FP&A team to deliver timely and accurate reporting packages.
• Support the planning & budgeting processes for P&L lines of area of responsibility (Sales Gross to Net, Gross Profit).
• Play a key role in challenging business partners to maximise ROI.
• Support the finance systems analyst in the development of new systems and analysis as required.
• Performance and talent review of 2 dedicated HC.

Knowledge & Skills Required:

•  Advanced Excel (a must)
•  Proficient in Microsoft Word and Powerpoint
•  SAP & Business Objects

Formal Qualifications/ Certification Required 

• Degree qualified in business or finance

To be considered for this opportunity, please click apply and send your cover letter and resume today.

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