Senior Internal Controller

Sephora; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading beauty retailer in Dubai is seeking an Internal Auditor to enhance operational efficiency and ensure compliance. Responsibilities include conducting audits, developing internal control policies, and training employees. The ideal candidate has 5 to 7 years of experience in audit within the Retail or FMCG industry, speaks fluent Arabic and English, and is proficient in SAP. This role offers an empowering culture and opportunities for growth in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Community embracing authenticity

Culture of empowerment

Opportunities for learning and growth

Qualifications

• 5 to 7 years of experience in audit or internal control within the Retail or FMCG industry.
• Fluent in Arabic and English.
• Ability to work independently.
• Capability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Willing to travel (up to 30%).

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular audits to assess the effectiveness of control systems.
• Provide recommendations to management on improving controls and risk mitigation.
• Develop and implement internal control policies and procedures.
• Provide training and guidance to employees on internal control principles.

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

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

Tools

SAP ERP system

Job description

Profile

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.

Join us and belong to something beautiful.

At Sephora, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating and fostering an inclusive environment for everyone.

Responsibilities

• 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 AuditsRegular 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.

Qualifications

• Advanced university degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or economics.
• 5 to 7 years of experience in audit or internal control within the Retail or FMCG industry.
• Fluent in Arabic and English.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Capability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Conversant with SAP ERP system.
• Willing to travel (up to 30%).

Benefits

• 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