Assistant Manager, Financial Controller (SG MY)

LVMH Group; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Sephora SEA is seeking an Assistant Manager, Financial Controller (SG MY) to oversee group, statutory, and regulatory reporting, manage tax filings, and strengthen the market's financial control environment. You will collaborate with regional internal audit to identify and resolve financial risks.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in Finance or related field, 4+ years of accounting/financial reporting experience, and strong analytical skills for budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Professional certifications such as CPA or CFA are advantageous.
• At least 4 years of professional experience in accounting and financial reporting, including preparing financial statements and managing month-end and year-end close processes.
• Proficiency in tax filing and compliance, managing tax risks, and ensuring adherence to local and international regulations.
• Expertise in internal controls and audits, conducting risk assessments, and working with internal and external auditors.

Responsibilities

• Assist in group, statutory, and regulatory reporting, manage tax filings and associated risks.
• Lead the market’s financial control environment and internal controls.
• Coordinate internal and external audits, ensuring financial statements are accurate and compliant.
• Conduct variance analysis to compare actual results with budgets and forecasts, and suggest corrective actions.
• Identify financial risks and work with APAC internal audit to address issues.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Variance analysis

Stakeholder communication

Multicultural environment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance

CPA/CFA advantageous

Job description

Assistant Manager, Financial Controller (SG MY)

Assistant Manager, Financial Controller (SG MY)

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.

Sephora SEA’s omni channel business spans over 8 countries (Australia, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, New Zealand, the Philippines, Singapore and 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).

Assistant Manager, Financial Controller (SG MY)

As an Assistant Manager, Financial Controller (SG MY), you will assist in group, statutory, and regulatory reporting, manage tax filings and associated risks, and lead the market’s financial control environment. You will also identify financial risks and collaborate with the regional internal audit team to resolve them.

You will shine here if you enjoy…

• Ensuring compliance with all group, statutory, and regulatory reporting requirements by preparing and submitting accurate financial reports by coordinating with various departments to gather necessary data, ensuring adherence to reporting standards, and meeting deadlines
• Coordinating and supporting internal and external audits, ensuring that financial statements are accurate and comply with regulatory requirements
• Conducting variance analysis to compare actual results with budgets and forecasts, identifying reasons for deviations and recommending corrective actions
• Supporting the preparation and submission of tax filings, ensuring accuracy and compliance with local tax laws
• Identifying and managing potential tax risks by staying updated on tax regulations, implementing best practices, and working with tax advisors to mitigate any issues
• Leading the financial control environment within the market, ensuring robust internal controls are in place
• Identifying financial risks and collaborating with the APAC internal audit team to address and resolve any issues, enhancing the overall financial integrity and compliance of the organization
• Managing cost control processes, monitoring expenses, and ensuring that the company operates within its budget
• Implementing and monitoring internal controls to safeguard the company’s assets and ensuring the integrity of financial information
• Analyzing historical financial data to ensure accuracy and adherence to financial regulations and internal policies

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

• A bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field
• Professional certifications such as CPA or CFA are advantageous
• At least 4 years of professional experience in accounting and financial reporting, including preparing financial statements and managing month-end and year-end close processes
• Proficiency in tax filing and compliance, managing tax risks, and ensuring adherence to local and international regulations
• Expertise in internal controls and audits, conducting risk assessments, and working with internal and external auditors
• Strong background in financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
• Expertise in internal controls and audits, conducting risk assessments, and working with internal and external auditors
• Proficiency in preparing, analyzing, and interpreting financial statements, including the balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow statement
• Strong communication skills with the ability to present effectively to senior stakeholders and influencing in a multicultural 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

It is in the Sephora DNA to champion a world of inspiration and inclusion where everyone can celebrate their beauty. You can be yourself, because you are what sets us apart. Join us and belong to something beautiful.

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.

Sephora’s stores offer passionate beauty fans across the world a privileged freedom to touch and test products since 1969.

The House provides a superior selection of quality products and always keeps pace with the latest trends.

The house is built upon the exceptional talents of its beauty professionals who create a perfect environment for adventurous clients who want to experiment and learn.

With the innovative range of products in the Sephora Collection, its distinctive stores and bold commitment to new ideas, the House is always able to surprise and delight its clients.

At every touch point with its clients, in store and online, Sephora provides an unconventional approach which has made it the most loved beauty community in the world.

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Our people fuel our dynamic, entrepreneurial culture. We value collective ambitions, encouraging our talents to push boundaries and champion a curious, audacious state of mind. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in nurturing every individual with a growth mindset and development opportunities, consistently empowering them to reach their full potential. We are actively committed to positive impact through an inclusive environment that supports and gives back to our talented community.
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