Group Finance Controller

If you are looking for a challenge that will take your career to the next level, read on!

We are GrandVision, well-known by our retail banners such as Pearle, Vision Express, Charlie Temple, Apollo, Solaris, and many more! Our global store network are the go-to locations for all the top brands in the eyewear industry, including Ray-Ban, Oakley, Esprit, Carrera, but also popular for our comprehensive selection of exclusive and indie brands.

Having been recently acquired by EssilorLuxottica, GrandVision is going through a period of change throughout the business, as well as within the Group reporting team.

We are looking for a Group Finance Controller with a strong background in accounting to help bridge our reporting team with departments and operating countries across GrandVision and EssilorLuxottica. Someone whose passion for reporting and consolidation drives them to rebuild processes and create relationships during this exciting period of change.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of the GV consolidated financial reporting from Hyperion
• Preparation of consolidated reporting package on quarterly basis to ultimate Group
• Tax accounting, preparation of consolidated tax pack of quarterly basis
• Intercompany reconciliation
• Monthly review of financial results of the countries.
• Review and make analysis of Group KPI’s, like Capex, FTEs, etc.
• Require communication with internal GV HQ departments as well as with countries finance teams.
• Assisting countries with accounting topics
• IFRS 16 accounting including management of Infosys application
• Calculation and accounting for long-term intensive plan (cash settled)
• Improve accounting and compliance related processes, creating capacity to support the future growth of the company

Key skills, knowledge and experience

• Internationally mobile for a future within Finance GrandVision/Essilor Luxottica
• A Master’s degree in Finance or Accounting or equivalent accounting experience in an international business environment
• 2-3 years’ audit experience in Big 4 or equivalent accounting, consolidation, and reporting experience in an international business environment
• Experience with HFM consolidation and reporting system is a big plus
• Fluency in English is required, written and spoken
• Pro-active and strong team player but not afraid to challenge
• Good balance of energy, intellect and able to act in (technical) discussion

Benefits/Terms

Contract: In line with common market practice a 1-year (/ fixed-term) contract will be offered with a view to extend.

Workplace type: hybrid. We offer the option to continue working 2 days at home and 3 days at the office with a working from home bundle incl. chair and screen etc. provided to support this.

Salary: We pay competitive salaries in line with the international retail sector. We are looking forward to discussing your salary expectations during the interview.

In addition to the above, we offer a scope of great benefits including (but not limited to):

• Dutch pension plan with employer contribution of 8%
• Employee net investment scheme
• Employee Purchase Option for glasses, contact lenses and sunglasses
• Subsidised lunches and free fruit at the office
• Commuting expenses reimbursed
• Discount on various partner insurances
• The option to work from abroad for a specified time
• Flexibility on annual leave planning with option to purchase additional days

Developing Careers & Potential

Within all GrandVision companies we recruit for a career, not just a job. We are passionate about customer satisfaction and develop our people to look for growth potential within the job and within the company.

With customers, stores and employees located in over 40 countries, GrandVision shows diversity to be at the core of its success. GrandVision is a global company proud and committed to be an equal opportunity employer.

More about GrandVision

GrandVision is a global leader in optical retailing and delivers high quality and affordable eye care to more and more customers around the world. The high quality eye care offered by GrandVision includes a wide range of services provided by its vision expert, prescription glasses including frames and lenses, contact lenses and contact lens care products, and sunglasses both plain and with prescription lenses. These products are offered through leading optical retail banners across Europe, the Americas, the Middle East and Asia. GrandVision serves its customers in over 7,200 stores and with more than 39,000 employees which are proving every day that in EYE CARE, WE CARE MORE.

After decades of collaboration and two years of efforts and relentless work to make it a reality, EssilorLuxottica and GrandVision officially became part of the same organization as of 1 July, 2021. Going forward, as part of the EssilorLuxottica family, GrandVision will be able to truly unlock our full potential, and that of the optical industry as a whole, by exploring new paths around product development, digitalization, distribution and innovation.

At the very core have always been our people, who day after day are elevating the importance of vision as a basic human right and to bringing the best eyewear possible to the market. As part of the Group's deeply-rooted culture and values, we are committed to taking care of our employees around the globe and helping them thrive and grow.

Some key figures:

• 7,260 stores in more than 40 countries
• 434,000 daily store visits
• 15.1 million Eyeglass & sunglass sold
• Over 39,000 employees worldwide
• Revenue EUR 3.5 billion FY
• EBITA EUR 266 million

Our vision is to provide high quality and affordable eye care to more and more people around the world. By doing so, GrandVision aspires to help them realize their full potential in life.

More about GrandVision: www.grandvision.com

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Find our Annual Report here: http://annualreport.grandvision.com