Open Jobs Assistant Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis

Kuala Lumpur - Malaysia

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 04-11-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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 SEAs 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 Planning & Analysis

As an Assistant Manager FP&A you will play a critical role in financial planning and analysis budgeting forecasting and strategic decision-making. This role requires strong analytical skills financial expertise business acumen and the ability to work in a fast-paced dynamic environment.

You will shine here if you enjoy

Financial Planning and Analysis

Performing in-depth analysis of sales P&L and key business KPIs
Managing and overseeing the full month-end and year-end closing processes
Conducting financial reporting including management reporting and financial analysis
Reviewing and analysing balance sheet items
Performing monthly cash flow forecasting and analysis

Budgeting and Strategic Planning

Supporting the preparation of the companys budget financial forecasts and strategic planning
Partnering with cross-functional teams (marketing sales supply chain category HR) to align with financial targets with business objectives
Assisting in lease renewal analysis and contract reviews

Operational and Business Support

Supporting the finance team in process optimisation and efficiency improvements
Providing insights to enhance financial decision making
Collaborating with auditors and external stakeholders as needed
Providing support to internal stakeholders or finance-related projects
Performing adhoc financial analysis as required by management
Working closely with teams across Singapore and Malaysia

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

At least 8 years of experience in financial planning and analysis within a complex multinational environment
Managerial experience in retail FMCG or a similar industry in Singapore and Malaysia is preferred
CPA qualifications will be an added advantage
Strong business acumen and ability to interpret financial data for decision-making
Proficiency in Excel and experience with SAP is a must
Experience with business intelligence (BI Jedox) tools is a plus
Ability to manage complexity ambiguity and shift priorities in a fast-paced environment
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Strong problem-solving abilities with an analytical and detail-oriented mindset
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
Positive attitude self-driven and adaptable to dynamic business needs

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.

Required Experience:

Manager