Senior IT Finance Analyst

EssilorLuxottica is the worldwide leader in ophthalmic optics. In 2014, ESSILOR AMERA has embarked on ERP rollout programme utilizing MS Dynamics AX 2012 to standardize systems and processes across the regions. We have now started its journey to the Cloud, supported by the migration to D365 (brown field implementation)

The purpose and objectives of this role are to deploy D365 Core Model across the regions, starting with Middle-East, Africa, Asia Pacific, Europe & etc. Complete end-to-end project activities; including gap analysis, functional specifications, design & testing, training, UAT, cutover and hypercare.

Profile & Experience
• Minimum combined 10 years of experience on Accounting & Controlling (i.e. GL, AP, AR, Bank, reporting & etc.) with Microsoft AX Dynamics 2012 or D365 F&O
• Solid understanding of Accounting principles & standard, as well as the core finance module processes and challenges
• Candidate should have Professional Accounting Certificate (e.g. CPA/CA/etc.) with hands-on in various Accounting & Finance tasks and ERP applications such as Microsoft AX / D365 / SAP / etc. in a multi-entity, multi-countries environment.
• Good network and strong change management skills. Able to influence others, to act as a change agent, and to help the region to rollout the ERP
• Excellent communication, presentation, and training skills
• Prior exposure to finance system project environment, working with virtual and multicultural teams

Competence / Performance
• Drive gaps analysis for (as-is vs. to-be)
• Able to map business requirements into ERP terminology, setup and functionality
• Able to translate business requirements into Functional Specifications
• Participate in System Integration Testing and Validation
• Create & maintain process & procedure documentation
• Drive User Acceptance Testing, Key User training & Cutover activities
• Implement Group SOPs, Financial Controls and Best practices
• Assist users in issue resolution, and facilitate change management
• Able to travel and work in shift to support various region time-zones

Job Description
• Partnering with various business / function and key finance users to gather Financial requirement and data.
• Participate in core strategy and design discussion to ensure the design meets the user’s requirement and best in class
• Ensure process maps are clearly definedShare best practices across the region and incorporate these into the process maps
• Using variety of communication modes e.g. face-to-face meetings, conference calls to clearly articulate the objectives and purposes
• Share and transfer knowledge through the conduct and facilitation of trainings