- Location
- Central Jakarta Jakarta Indonesia
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Senior
- Department
- Finance, Accounting & Revenue Management
- Posted
- Aug 4, 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 is recruiting a Senior General Ledger Accountant to join its Finance Shared Services team in Central Jakarta, reporting to the Finance Controlling Manager. The successful candidate will assume complete ownership of financial operations, ensuring the accuracy and compliance of general ledger accounts across fixed assets, inventory, and accruals. This hybrid role encompasses full responsibility for monthly and annual reporting cycles, audit coordination, and statutory compliance within the context of Sephora SEA's rapid regional expansion across eight markets.
Role & Responsibilities
- Prepare journal entries and reconciliations to maintain accuracy of the general ledger, including fixed assets, inventory, and accruals
- Support monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting processes in accordance with required timelines
- Prepare audit schedules and assist with audit inquiries; support drafting of audited financial statements (AFS) for internal and external audits
- Prepare statutory compliance submissions, including audit, tax, and secretarial requirements
- Ensure all transactions are recorded in accordance with IFRS and Group Internal Control Policies
- Take complete ownership of assigned areas of focus within financial operations
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting
- CPA or CA certification preferred
- Minimum 3–5 years of accounting experience, preferably from Big 4 firms
- Advanced proficiency in Excel
- Experience with large ERP systems such as SAP
- Highly analytical with strong problem-solving capabilities
- Excellent communication skills and ability to build effective relationships with peers and internal stakeholders
- Fluency in English
Skills
Experience
Minimum 3–5 years of accounting experience, with preference given to candidates with background in Big 4 audit or accounting firms. Experience working or studying in an English-language environment is acceptable.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting; CPA or CA certification is preferred.
Workplace
The role is situated in Central Jakarta, Jakarta, Indonesia — conveniently close to Jakarta.
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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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