Assistant Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis

Posizione

Assistant Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis

Profilo

At Sephora we inspire our customers, empower our teams, and help them become the best versions of themselves.  We create an environment where people are valued, and differences are celebrated. Every day, our teams across the world bring to life our purpose: to expand the way the world sees beauty by empowering the ExtraOrdinary in each of us.

We are united by a common goal - to reimagine the future of beauty.

Sephora SEA’s omni channel business spans over 8 countries (Australia, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand) with 100+ stores and boasts some global flagships such as ION and Raffles City in Singapore, F88 in Kuala Lumpur and Pitt Street in Sydney. Sephora SEA is experiencing rapid growth in the region with new store openings and business channels (i.e., Click and collect and marketplace).  

The opportunity:
 

Assistant Manager, FP&A (Singapore and Malaysia)

As an Assistant Manager, FP&A based in Singapore, you will play a critical role in financial planning and analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and strategic decision-making for Singapore and Malaysia markets. This role requires strong analytical skills, financial expertise, business acumen and the ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

You will shine here if you enjoy…
Financial Planning and Analysis 

• Performing in-depth analysis of sales, P&L, and key business KPIs 
• Managing and overseeing the full month-end and year-end closing process
• Conducting financial reporting, including management reporting and financial analysis 
• Reviewing and analyzing balance sheet items 
• Performing monthly cash flow forecasting and analysis 

Budgeting and Strategic Planning 

• Supporting the preparation of the company’s budget, financial forecasts, and strategic planning 
• Partnering with cross-functional teams (marketing, sales, supply chain, category, HR) to align with financial targets with business objectives
• Assisting in lease renewal analysis and contract reviews 

Operational and Business Support 

• Supporting the finance team in process optimization and efficiency improvements 
• Providing insights to enhance financial decision-making 
• Collaborating with auditors and external stakeholders as needed 
• Providing support to internal stakeholders on finance-related projects
• Performing adhoc financial analysis as required by management 
• Working closely with teams across Singapore and Malaysia

We would love to hear from you if you are/have…

• At least 8 years of experience in financial planning and analysis within a complex multinational environment 
• Managerial experience in retail, FMCG, or a similar industry in Singapore and Malaysia is preferred
• CPA qualifications will be an added advantage 
• Strong business acumen and ability to interpret financial data for decision-making 
• Proficiency in Excel, and experience with SAP is a must 
• Experience with business intelligence (BI, Jedox) tools is a plus 
• Ability to manage complexity, ambiguity, and shift priorities in a fast-paced environment 
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills 
• Strong problem-solving abilities with an analytical and detail-oriented mindset 
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines 
• Positive attitude, self-driven, and adaptable to dynamic business needs 

While at Sephora, you’ll enjoy...

• The people. You will be surrounded by some of the most talented leaders and teams – people you can be proud to work with.

• The learning. We invest in training and developing our teams, and you will continue evolving and building your skills through personalized career plans.

• The culture. As a leading beauty retailer, backed by the LVMH luxury brand, our reach is broad and our impact is global. Yet there’s always room to explore. It’s in the Sephora DNA to champion a world of inspiration and inclusion where everyone can celebrate their beauty
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You can unleash your creativity, because we’ve got disruptive spirit. You can learn and evolve, because we empower you to be your best. You can be yourself, because you are what sets us apart. This, is the future of beauty. Reimagine your future, at Sephora.

Sephora is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace for all. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, advancement, or other employment practices. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating and fostering an inclusive environment for all employees.