Director, Financial Planning & Analysis

Sephora Asia Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading beauty retailer in Singapore seeks a Director of Financial Planning & Analysis to drive financial performance and support strategic decision-making. This role requires at least 10 years of experience in financial management, strong analytical skills, and the ability to partner effectively with senior leadership. Responsibilities include leading budgeting processes, financial reporting, and overseeing a team of finance professionals. Applicants must possess a relevant degree and experience in omni-channel retail. Join us to contribute to an inclusive environment and celebrate diversity.

Benefits

Culture of empowerment

Community engagement

Opportunities for growth

Qualifications

• At least 10 years' experience in a managerial or leadership position.
• In-depth knowledge of financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
• Strong leadership skills with experience in building high-performing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial planning cycles including budgets and forecasts for the region.
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders for business growth decisions.
• Establish and maintain financial reporting frameworks for stakeholders.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Forecasting

Financial modeling

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business, or a related field

Tools

Excel

SAP

Oracle

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.

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).

Director, Financial Planning & Analysis

As a Director, FP&A, you will be responsible for leading the regional Financial Planning & Analysis function. You will drive financial performance, providing critical insights for strategic decision‑making, and ensuring robust financial stewardship across all business models – including omni‑channel retail and e‑commerce and franchise operations. The successful candidate will be a key business partner to the regional leadership team, contributing significantly to the region's continued growth and profitability. Reporting to the regional Chief Operating Officer, you will also lead a team of Finance professionals covering FP&A, Finance Business Partnering and Treasury functions.

You will shine here if you enjoy…

Strategic Financial Planning & Analysis

• Lead the development and execution of comprehensive financial planning cycles, in-cluding annual budgets, long‑range plans, and periodic forecasts for the entire SEA, Oceania & India region. This involves in‑depth analysis of sales, P&L, and key business KPIs across diverse markets and operational models.
• Oversee the end‑to‑end budgeting and forecasting processes, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and alignment with strategic objectives across all countries and business units within the region.
• Partner closely with various regional functions and local teams, to align financial targets with business objectives and drive integrated financial planning.
• Identify potential financial risks and opportunities across the region and develop strat‑egies to mitigate risks and capitalize on opportunities.

Business Partnering & Decision Support

• Act as a trusted financial advisor to the regional MD, COO, and other senior leaders, providing insightful financial analysis, performance commentaries, and strategic rec‑ommendations to support business growth initiatives, market expansion, and opera‑tional efficiency.
• Oversee all aspects of finance business partnering to ensure financial discipline and alignment with strategic objectives. This includes performance monitoring, variance analysis, and providing recommendations for operational improvements.
• Develop and implement robust cost control strategies and frameworks across the re‑gion. Monitor expenses, identify cost‑saving opportunities, and ensure efficient resource allocation without compromising business performance.
• Manage regional treasury operations, including cash flow forecasting, liquidity man‑agement, and foreign exchange exposure, in coordination with global treasury guide‑lines.
• Lead / follow‑up on Finance projects in partnership with key stakeholders (legal entities structuring, taxes, EDB, etc.).

Performance Management & Reporting

• Establish and maintain robust financial reporting frameworks, ensuring timely and accu‑rate delivery of management reports, performance dashboards, and financial analyses to regional and global stakeholders. Drive the identification of performance gaps and opportunities.

Process Optimization & Innovation

• Continuously identify and implement improvements in FP&A processes, systems, and tools to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and the quality of financial insights.

People Leadership

• Full management responsibility including the management of a team of managers and professionals, planning for the team's future needs and operations. Scope of Leader‑ship:
• Ensure the team's performance, development, succession and career advancement plans are in place through regular talent reviews and collaboration.

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

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business, or a related field.
• At least 10 years’ experience in a managerial or leadership position, managing teams covering FP&A, finance business partnering, cost controlling, and treasury.
• In-depth knowledge of financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Exceptional analytical skills and financial modeling, with the ability to translate complex financial data into actionable business insights and strategic recommendations.
• Experience with financial strategy, planning, and analysis.
• Proven track record of successful business partnering with senior leadership.
• Strong understanding of omni‑channel retail, e‑commerce, and franchise business models will be of advantage.
• Strong leadership skills with experience in building and developing high‑performing teams.
• Familiarity with financial software and tools such as Excel, SAP, Oracle, etc.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail in financial activities.
• Ability to adapt to changing financial environments and regulations.
• Familiarity with ERP systems e.g., SAP and other financial software will be beneficial.

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.