EPM FP&A Functional Analyst

Within L’Oréal's Global Finance & Legal Transformation team, the EPM FP&A Functional Analyst provides functional and technical support on Compass —the Group’s worldwide FP&A application built on IBM Cognos Analytics & Planning, used by 2,500 controllers across all closing, budgeting, and forecasting cycles.

The role also acts as a strategic bridge between field users and product teams, contributing to the Compass transformation roadmap, change management, training, and continuous improvement initiatives (including AI/GPT-powered tools), using Agile methodology.

Responsibilities

• Provide functional and technical support to our 2,500 Group controllers on Compass, especially during close and reporting periods.
• Act as a key bridge between business users and product teams, channeling field insights on pain points and needs to actively influence the Compass transformation roadmap.
• Contribute to continuous improvement projects, such as the Compass Companion/GPT or other initiatives, to optimise support efficiency using Agile methodology.
• Drive change management and training, developing user guides and communication initiatives to ensure the smooth adoption of new Compass features.
• Coordinate with Finance and Systems stakeholders (Group Reporting, IT, Magnitude team) during significant structural changes like reorganisations or acquisitions.

Qualifications

• A Master’s degree in Finance or Management with initial experience in a finance role (Controlling, FP&A, Reporting or Audit).
• A strong understanding of finance processes (close, budget, forecast) and experience with an EPM solution; proficiency in Compass is a significant asset.
• A curious, service-oriented mindset with a genuine enjoyment for helping others and solving problems.
• The ability to manage multiple stakeholders and translate complex topics for diverse audiences.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both French and English.

What you can expect

• We are business enablers empowering the organisation using cutting‑edge tools that unlock value and efficiency.
• We have a thriving culture of learning, connected daily with top management and business teams, and personalised training to build future skills.
• Our teams are diverse as our consumers; we embrace differences of origin, culture, life experience and belief.
• "Run it as your own business" is our mantra; we push boundaries as co‑pilots, trusted partners and drivers of transformation with a 360° view of L’Oréal’s global operations.
• We champion sustainable finance and compliant business practices, equipping the Group to make informed choices that deliver measurable positive financial, environmental and social impacts.