Open Jobs Financial Planning and Analysis Manager (265305)

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

Job summary

Sephora is seeking a Finance Director to lead financial planning and analysis efforts across the Middle East region. This role requires strong leadership capabilities and financial expertise to drive operational success and manage a diverse team. Join a company that values empowerment and innovation in an inclusive environment.

Benefits

Culture of empowerment and growth

Community embracing authenticity and diversity

Qualifications

• 10 years as Finance Leader in multinational and large-scale companies.
• Previous experience in the retail industry is preferred.
• Fluent in English; French is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the financial planning and controlling department with a team of 4.
• Oversee financial performance across the Middle East region.
• Develop annual budgets and conduct financial analysis.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Finance Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal Skills

Problem Solver

Education

Master degree in Finance or Business administration

Tools

Excel

Power Point

SAP

Power BI

Job description

EN - 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.

REPORTING TO: Finance Director.

POSITION PURPOSE:
To lead the financial planning and controlling department coordinating a team of 4 people. To oversee the overall financial performance of the middle east region (6 retail countries and 7 legal entities) through insightful analysis proactive risk management and providing decision support to both local management and the headquarters in France.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Financial Planning Oversight: Manage and improve key financial planning processes.
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Lead the development of annual budgets estimates in collaboration with retail managers and department heads.
• Business Review Support: Assist in the preparation of market-level business reviews.
• Weekly and Monthly Reporting & Analysis: Deliver accurate sales and financial reports including KPIs. Provide insightful analysis of variances against budget and prior year performance.
• Profitability Management:
• Investigate and address significant budget overspends and deviations recommending corrective actions.
• Conduct gross margin and stock depreciation analysis offering optimization strategies.
• Analyse market performance to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Team Development: Coach and mentor finance team members.
• Project Leadership: Lead financial projects as required.
• Process Improvement: Optimize existing financial processes and tools to support business development.
• Pricing process Coordination
• Financial Modelling: Develop financial models
• Capital investments preparation submission and assessment

SKILLS QUALITIFCATIONS AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Master degree in Finance or Business administration
• 10 years as Finance Leader in multinational and large-scale companies; a previous experience in retail industry is preferred
• Strong analytical and Finance skills
• Proven experience as a successful team leader
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills with ability to influence at various organizational levels
• Dynamic profile agile & proactive problem solver team player
• Fluent in English French is a plus
• Advanced Excel and Power Point is mandatory
• Expert knowledge of SAP & Power BI is a plus

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 fulfillment. From delighting clients every day to inspiring our industry at large every action makes a difference

Join us and belong to something beautiful

Required Experience:

Manager