Finance Controller

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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.

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Your role
We are looking for a highly skilled Financial Controller for a 2-year maternity cover, with a possibility to extend the contract to an unlimited term. Person in this position would oversee all financial operations of the lens production facility, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and efficiency across reporting, budgeting, and analysis. Acting as a strategic partner, the Financial Controller supports cross-functional teams, facilitates external audits, and manages responses to global finance requests.

As a Financial Controller, you would be responsible for the financial oversight of the lens production facility, with a strong focus on cost control, stock and asset management, reporting, and compliance. This role ensures accurate month-end closing, budget planning, intercompany reporting, and operational cost analysis while supporting various cross-functional teams, external audits, and global finance requests.

Main Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting & Month-End Closing Prepare and close monthly financial statements, including trial balance reviews, P&L and balance sheets, exchange rate calculations, forecasts, and reconciliations. Ensure timely reporting via ERP systems and maintain documentation.
• Product Costing & Profitability Update cost of sales reports, product costing, and cost center reconciliations. Analyze cost trends, product mix, and contribution margins. Track CAPEX and OPEX.
• Inventory, Stock & Asset Management Manage inventory files, ensure accurate valuation and provisions, update employee inventory records, and support monthly cash reconciliations.
• Intercompany & Group Reporting Follow up closely ICO reconciliations and FX exposure reporting with external provider and respond to external financial requests.
• Budgeting, Forecasting & Analysis Support annual and rolling forecasts, monitor budget variances, manage sales and cost mapping, OPEX tracking, rental cost bookings, transfer pricing, and hedging data. Implement monthly P&L monitoring by customer.
• Operational Reporting & Business Support Provide marketing and campaign analyses, and review payment reports in different currencies.
• Compliance, Audit & Documentation Maintain audit-ready documentation, coordinate closing instructions, and ensure compliance with audit requirements and contract reviews.

Main Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's in Finance, Accounting, or Economics
• Minimum 5 years of experience in controlling, cost accounting, or plant finance ideally in a manufacturing environment
• English skills - communicative level;
• Proficiency in ERP systems
• Very good skills on Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word)
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines

What's In It For You
In Rhein Vision, you are not defined just by your job title. Each career adventure is unique, but have a glimpse of the benefits and perks you can have by choosing us.

• Attractive salary package + performance bonus
• Medical health insurance
• Life Insurance
• Meal vouchers
• Vacation vouchers
• Gift vouchers for Christmas and Easter
• Loyalty bonus
• 13th salary
• One free day off, on the occasion of your birthday
• An additional 1 day off for each 5 years of working experience
• Access special offers for employees on a vast range of eyewear, eyecare products
• Access to our cutting-edge learning platform, Leonardo, and personalized development programs to help you grow professionally and personally
• Transport provided by the company from Ploiesti
• Personal and professional development
• Working environment at international standards

Other Important Information

• The working schedule is Monday to Friday
• The job location is at the company headquarters in Ploiesti West Park;

Recruiting process
Our recruitment process may vary; If you are selected, you will be contacted by our recruiters to guide you through the specific steps for your application.

We Are One Our DEI 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