Sephora Global HR Controller
- Employment
- Contract
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Department
- Finance, Accounting & Revenue Management
- Posted
- Jun 1, 2026
About Sephora
Sephora is a global prestige beauty leader, renowned for redefining the retail experience through creativity, inclusivity, and expert service. Founded in France and now part of LVMH, the company brings together an exceptional portfolio of beauty brands with a distinctive culture of discovery and innovation. As an employer, Sephora offers a dynamic, customer-centered environment where talent is encouraged to learn, experiment, and grow across retail, digital, merchandising, operations, and corporate functions. Its teams are united by a passion for beauty, entrepreneurship, and belonging, making Sephora a compelling workplace for professionals seeking impact within a fast-moving international brand.
Sephora seeks Global HR Controller for maternity leave cover, July 2026–Feb 2027, Neuilly-sur-Seine. HR controlling, finance, LVMH reporting.
Role & Responsibilities
- Build and analyze global HQ HR controlling budget for 2027 and revised 2026 figures in collaboration with HR Business Partners and finance
- Monitor and analyze actuals for global HR controlling costs, reconcile HQ figures with finance data, and analyze variances
- Coordinate and prepare the LVMH Annual Report 2026 campaign from Q4 2026, engaging all relevant stakeholders across markets and group functions
- Assist in reconciling monthly LVMH HR reports with Core HR figures and respond to group-level inquiries regarding variances
- Support deployment of global staff costs HR controlling project
- Address ad-hoc requests related to HR controlling
Qualifications
- 8–10 years of experience in finance or HR controlling
- Fluent English proficiency (French is a plus)
- Advanced Excel expertise
- Knowledge of All Share software (highly valued)
Skills
Experience
8–10 years of professional experience in finance or HR controlling within a luxury goods, multinational, or complex corporate environment
Education
University degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or equivalent professional qualification; advanced training in HR controlling or LVMH systems is advantageous
Workplace
The role is situated in Neuilly-sur-Seine, Île-de-France, France — conveniently close to Paris.
Culture
Sephora fosters a dynamic, inclusive workplace where creativity, curiosity, and a passion for beauty are encouraged at every level. As an employer, it is distinguished by its focus on empowerment, continuous learning, and a collaborative retail culture that celebrates individuality and client-centric innovation.
About Cerulean
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