Senior Data Analyst ( Internal Audit )

WHO WE ARE

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.

JOB SCOPE AND MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

Primary responsibilities include providing support to the Internal Audit data analytics team in developing analyses and tools that are in line with the defined strategy. Moreover, this role entails implementing key risk indicators across all stages of the audit lifecycle, with a particular emphasis on their design, development, and implementation. The overarching objective is to fulfill Internal Audit objectives by generating stakeholder value, improving audit efficiency, and delivering enhanced assurance.

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITIES AND RELATED ACTIVITIES:

• Development of Data Analytics tools: The main emphasis is on creating Data Analytics tools that enable thorough analysis of the Group's critical operational processes. The objective is to implement an automated approach that supports Risk Assessment activities. Furthermore, it is important to identify potential opportunities for integrating Artificial Intelligence and other emerging technologies into the Data Analytics approach.

• Provision of analysis to Operational Audit teams: The role requires assisting operational auditors in effectively utilizing Data Analytics during their audit activities. This involves delivering accurate key risk indicators and data analytics dashboards to enhance the audit process.

NETWORK OF INTERACTION:

INTERNAL :

• Work closely with the operational audit team to jointly develop Data Analytics tools and indicators that meet their specific needs and requirements.
• Establish and nurture strong relationships with the IT Department and Process Owners at all levels of the organization. This collaboration is crucial for effectively developing Key Risk Indicators in a practical and efficient manner. It ensures that the indicators remain relevant and effective in addressing potential risks and enhancing the audit process.

EXTERNAL :

• Support the organization in engaging with external providers for the development of Data Analytics tools. This involves facilitating interaction and collaboration between the organization and external vendors or service providers to ensure the successful development and implementation of these tools. The objective is to leverage external expertise and resources to enhance the organization's data analytics capabilities and achieve its desired goals.

TECHNICAL SKILLS - PORTRAIT OF A PERFECT CANDIDATE

• Possesses advanced Data Analytics skills acquired through experience in implementing Data Analytics tools for the Internal Audit Department in complex environments.
• Demonstrates a good understanding of main business processes and a strong ability to interpret, extract, and transform complex data from various systems.
• Exhibits expertise in the complete data analytics cycle, including data gathering, transformation, modeling, analytic execution, visualization, and reporting.
• Has a solid knowledge of data governance practices, data cleansing/sanitization processes, analytical techniques, and visualization methods.
• Mandatory: Solid knowledge of SAP ERP/SAP S/4HANA, and knowledge of other ERPs (e.g., Oracle, MS Dynamics) is a plus.
• Mandatory: Extensive proven experience with data analytics tools (e.g., Alteryx, ACL), and knowledge of other data analytics languages (e.g., SQL, SAS, Python) is a plus.
• Mandatory: Solid experience with Data Visualization/Business Intelligence tools (e.g., SAP Business Object, SAP Analytics Cloud, Power BI, Qlik Sense, Qlik View, Tableau).
• Mandatory: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (including Visual Basic for Applications) and Office Suite.
• Demonstrates a strong understanding of auditing principles and techniques, along with excellent project management skills.
• Possesses solid financial and accounting analytical skills to extract meaningful information from financial data, identify patterns, irregular trends, errors in business data sets, and recognize anomalous events or fraud.
• Effective in interacting and dealing with senior business management.
• Demonstrates strong problem-solving and time management skills, with the ability to plan and anticipate requirements, problems, and obstacles.

CANDIDATE PROFILE:

• Educational background in Management Engineering, Accounting, Data Science, or an equivalent field.
• Minimum of 5 to 7 years of experience in Internal Audit, Internal Control, or Risk Management, with a specific focus on Data Analytics.
• Experience should be gained either in a large organization or a consultancy firm (e.g., Big 4).