Internal Controller

Sephora; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading beauty retail company in Dubai seeks an Internal Control Auditor to enhance operations through systematic audits and compliance assurance. You will assess control effectiveness and recommend improvements across Sephora Middle East. Ideal candidates have an advanced degree, 3 years of audit experience, and familiarity with SAP ERP. Join us in a culture that promotes empowerment and inclusivity, and where every action contributes to the beauty of our community.

Benefits

Culture of empowerment and growth

Opportunities to learn and innovate

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in audit or internal control within the Retail or FMCG industry.

Responsibilities

• Contribute adding value and improving operations.
• Conduct regular audits to assess effectiveness of control systems.
• Ensure compliance with laws and internal policies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently

Capability to work in a fast-paced environment

Education

Advanced university degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or economics

Tools

SAP ERP system

Job description

At Sephora, beauty is about feeling seen, valued, and empowered, individually and collectively. It is connecting deeply with others, celebrating diversity and inclusivity, unlocking your potential and making a difference every day. Together, we belong to something beautiful. Since its inception in 1969 in Limoges, France, and as part of the LVMH Group since 1997, Sephora has been disrupting the prestige beauty retail industry. Today, Sephora continues to break with convention to drive its mission: champion a world of inspiration and inclusion where everyone can celebrate their beauty. With 56,000 employees in 35 countries, we connect customers and beauty brands within the world’s most passionate beauty community. With a curation of nearly 500 brands, and our own label, Sephora Collection, we offer the most unique and diverse range of products: fragrances, makeup, hair care, skincare... and much more.

Reporting to: Internal Control Director.

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Position Purpose:

Contribute adding value and improving Sephora Middle East operations by bringing a systematic and disciplined audit approach to ensure effectiveness of controls in the Middle East.

You will excel and enjoy this position if you are ready to actively handle the following missions:

• Contribute adding value and improving Sephora Middle East operations by bringing a systematic and disciplined audit approach to ensure effectiveness of controls in the Middle East.
• Participate in all the Internal Control & Internal Audit requirements stated by Sephora and LVMH Group.
• Compliance: Ensuring compliance with laws, regulations, and internal policies defined by Sephora or LVMH Group.
• Auditing: Conducting regular audits to assess the effectiveness of control systems.
• Mainly but not limited to:
  • Annual LVMH Internal Control self-assessment (ERICA).
  • Store Audits.
  • Regular Internal Control reviews on stock, cash, and overall operational processes.
• Recommendations and Improvement: Providing recommendations to management on improving controls and risk mitigation.
• Policy and Procedure Development: Developing and implementing internal control policies and procedures.
• Training and Guidance: Providing training and guidance to employees on internal control principles, policies, and procedures.
• Monitoring and Tracking: Monitoring and tracking remediation efforts and action plans to address audit findings and control weaknesses.
• Investigations: Conducting investigations into suspected fraud, misconduct, or irregularities and recommending appropriate actions and preventive measures.
• Internal Control Systems: Designing, reviewing, and monitoring internal control systems to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies.
• Participate in any ad-hoc Internal Audit Internal Control, and Fraud assignment.
• Assist in any other needful task the Internal Control function.

Do not hesitate to apply if you have:

• Advanced university degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or economics.
• 3 years of experience in audit or internal control within the Retail or FMCG industry.
• Conversant with SAP ERP system.
• Attention to detail and ability to work independently.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Capability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Here, you will find:

• Community: In which authenticity is embraced, and the strength of our differences fuels our collective spirit.
• Culture of Empowerment: Learning & growth, that offers you the tools, space and opportunity to learn, innovate and lead.
• Work that Brings Fulfilment: From delighting clients every day, to inspiring our industry at large, every action makes a difference.

Join us and belong to something beautiful