Summary
Sephora, part of the LVMH Group, is hiring an FP&A Lead in Dubai. The role leads annual budgeting and reforecasting, month-end variance analysis, reporting, and the submission of forecasts in LVMH systems. It also partners with business teams in the Middle East and Europe to analyze performance, investments, risks, and opportunities. Applicants should have 7–10 years of experience in FP&A, business partnering, or controlling; Big 4 experience is a plus, along with advanced Excel skills and strong analytical accuracy.
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FP&A Lead
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 Position Purpose:The FP&A Lead will be responsible for supporting the Management Team in achieving the company’s business and financial measures. This role will partner with the business functions in Middle East and in Europe and deliver high level financial information on time. You will excel and enjoy this role if you are ready to actively handle the following missions: Financial PlanningLead financial annual budgeting and reforecasting processes for key P&L lines, including the development, maintenance, and ongoing improvement of forecasting models to ensure accurate financial plans.Coordinate budget process and timelines within the FP&A teamMonthly Outlook /Estimates (on a request / ad-hoc basis). Reporting & AnalysisLead month-end variance analysis, providing insights into financial performance and key underlying drivers, changes against the plan, and upcoming risk and opportunities.Translate complex data into compelling narratives, clearly communicating trends, insights, and actionable impacts to guide strategic decision-making.Close partnership with business to monitor and analyze key investment areas & recommend actions for improvement.Participation in month-end close process & delivery of financial and management reports per company’s schedule.Ad hoc analyses to support the business.Consolidations & ReportingLead and coordinate the timely submission of forecasts in LVMH systems, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and alignment with group reporting requirements.Prepare month-end reporting including Entity and Store P&Ls. Do not hesitate to apply if you have:7-10 years of experience in FP&A, business partnering or controlling roles; BIG 4 experience is a plus.Business partnering skills - ability to build trusting relationships with different stakeholders in France and Middle East.Analytical thinking, always looking for opportunities for improvement.Advanced Excel and Reporting systems understanding skills.High level of accuracy, with an eye for details while keeping the big picture in sight. 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 leadWork 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.