Sephora Internal Control Assistant
- Employment
- Internship
- Seniority
- Intern
- Posted
- Mar 16, 2026
About Sephora
Sephora is a global prestige beauty retailer and a major brand within the LVMH group. The company combines retail innovation, a strong private‑label portfolio and an expansive international footprint, offering employees opportunities to work at the intersection of beauty, retail and brand-building within a fast-moving, consumer-focused environment.
Sephora — Internal Control Assistant (Alternance) in Neuilly‑sur‑Seine, France: work‑study position supporting audits, controls and compliance.
Role & Responsibilities
- Support the annual LVMH internal control self‑assessment campaign, including operational, financial and Ethics & Compliance controls and preparation of the management affirmation letter.
- Monitor monthly, quarterly, semi‑annual and annual closing controls and ensure their consistent execution.
- Plan and perform periodic audit testings and control assessments across relevant business processes.
- Draft and update internal control procedures and supporting documentation in collaboration with operational teams.
- Propose pragmatic improvements to processes and documentation to strengthen control effectiveness and operational efficiency.
- Track management recommendations and follow up on action plans until closure; report progress to stakeholders.
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in Bac+4/5 (Grande École, business school, engineering school or university) in Finance, Audit, Accounting, Internal Control or related discipline.
- Strong academic record with coursework or practical exposure to audit, accounting or internal control principles.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, curiosity, analytical rigour and a methodical approach to work.
- Ability to liaise with a variety of stakeholders and adapt communication to operational teams.
Skills
Experience
Entry-level — suitable for a student in a work‑study (alternance) programme; prior internships or academic projects in audit, finance or internal control are advantageous but not required.
Education
Enrolled in Bac+4/5 programme (Finance, Audit, Accounting, Business, Engineering or equivalent).
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Neuilly-sur-Seine, Île-de-France, France, with easy access to Paris.
Culture
Sephora fosters an inclusive, diverse and collaborative culture where creativity and personal development are encouraged. The organisation values teamwork and provides opportunities for learning, cross‑functional exposure and professional growth within the beauty retail sector.
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