Sephora OPEX Controller
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Department
- Finance, Accounting & Revenue Management
- Posted
- Jun 12, 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.
OPEX Controller at Sephora UK in London | Finance role combining analytics with commercial insight to drive operational cost control and strategic financial performance.
Role & Responsibilities
- Support business performance by transforming financial data into clear, actionable insights across Supply Chain, IT, and corporate functions
- Deliver accurate and timely OPEX reporting with strong visibility and control across assigned cost areas
- Analyse performance versus forecast and prior year, identifying risks, opportunities, and key cost drivers
- Partner with accounting and finance teams to deliver high-quality financials aligned with Group standards and deadlines
- Lead monthly performance reviews, providing senior stakeholders with insight-led analysis
- Support end-to-end forecasting cycles, ensuring alignment and accuracy across budgets and estimates
- Serve as key point of contact for HQ on cross-charges and Supply Chain financials
- Collaborate with business leaders to develop financial scenarios supporting operational and strategic decisions
- Co-lead financial input into Supply Chain projects, supporting business cases and Group submissions
- Translate financial reporting into simple, meaningful insights for diverse stakeholder groups
- Build and maintain strong relationships across Supply Chain, IT, and HR functions
- Continuously improve financial processes and ways of working to enhance efficiency and decision support
Qualifications
- Strong analytical and financial modelling expertise
- Commercial mindset with multi-functional stakeholder experience
- Ability to synthesize complex financial data into clear, actionable insights for non-finance audiences
- Proven track record in FP&A or analytical finance roles
- Strong organizational skills with ability to manage competing priorities
Skills
Experience
Minimum 3 years of experience in an analytical or FP&A role, ideally within retail, e-commerce, or a multi-functional environment.
Education
Degree in Finance, Economics, or Accounting; ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent qualification desirable.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in London, England, UK.
Benefits
Private healthcare, life assurance, and private pension from day one; competitive pay with annual salary reviews; generous employee discount across LVMH beauty brands; paid birthday; access to wellbeing and perks platform; LVMH Heart Fund support; generous holiday allowance with option to purchase additional days.
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
Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.
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