Cash Control & Treasury Manager

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Cash Control & Treasury Manager

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At Sephora we inspire our customers, empower our teams, and help them become the best versions of themselves.  We create an environment where people are valued, and differences are celebrated. Every day, our teams across the world bring to life our purpose: to expand the way the world sees beauty by empowering the ExtraOrdinary in each of us.

We are united by a common goal - to reimagine the future of beauty.

Sephora SEA’s omni channel business spans over 8 countries (Australia, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, 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).  

The opportunity:

Cash Control & Treasury Manager

We are looking for a Cash Control & Treasury Manager, who will be part of the regional finance team based in Singapore. Working closely with different teams across the organization, this role will take ownership of the Company’s SEA’s treasury function, be involved in key transformation projects and act as a strategic business partner, working alongside cross functional stakeholders in the region, and also with counterparts across the Group. The Cash Control & Treasury Manager will be driving the achievement of Operating Cash Flow Generation (OCFG) target. 

The Cash Control & Treasury Manager will be responsible for managing relationships with regional banking partners for interest rate reductions, ensure day-to-day cash control to meet cash targets and ensure adherence to compliance and local regulatory requirements.

This role reports directly to the Regional Finance Director.

You will shine here if you enjoy…

Owning Treasury and Cash Flow Management activities to deliver performance and support operations 

• Supporting and driving the achievement of Operating Cash Flow Generation (OCFG) target
  • Driving the companies’ cash flows in conjunction with local heads of finance, by anticipating incoming cash and outgoing commitments (both direct, indirect) (Strat Plan, Budget, R1, R2, 3 months rolling forecasts)
• Managing daily cash positions and monthly cash flows to assess each entity’s liquidity and ensure proper funding of its ongoing operations
• Proactively contribute to the budget cycles with the finance team
• Tracking and controlling treasury related risks (liquidity, FX, interest rates)
• Streamlining the banking structure to centralize the available funds more efficiently to the group
• Supervising the intercompany cash flow settlements
• Animating and strengthening relationships with internal and external stakeholders (banks / payment providers / shareholders) to maintain important level of trust, and gain insights on market evolutions / changes
• Ensuring efficient and adequate funding of all non-cash pooled markets

Driving continuous organizational improvement for better efficiency and productivity

• Implementing solutions throughout the organization (actuals reporting automation, cash forecasting enhancement, FX positions reports for SEA, Working Capital tracking, Supply Chain Financing, Intracompany funding…)
• Maintaining and developing policies and procedures to sustain adequate levels of control over treasury activities (including AP (Accounts Payable) / AR) in partnership with the internal audit department
• Optimizing the financial results negotiating contracts, credit facilities, term deposits with banks when necessary

Delivering value and enhancing cross-functional collaboration and acting as a business partner throughout the organization 

• Liaising with other teams such as legal, accounting, and tax experts to make fully informed decisions: funding decisions, support specific operations (debt restructuring in non-cash pooled countries)
• Spreading the cash culture presenting advice, recommendations, regular communications
• Participating in the regional S&OP (Sales & Operations Planning) and OTB process to gain insights into cash spending and to influence decisions
• Liaising and partnering with our Supply Chain organization to create an appropriated cash culture

Catalyzing payments (collection) transformation 

• Benchmarking payment trends in the region and negotiate fees / services with various payment providers when applicable 
• Contributing to the improvement of omni-channel payments collection by supporting and co-leading various projects, including Fraud Detection and Prevention project, implementation of new payment methods

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

• At least 8 years of professional experience in a global/ multi-national company, with a focus on cash control and liquidity management
• Knowledge and experience in cash flow management & treasury operations 
• Degree in Accounting, Banking, Finance, Business Administration, or equivalent courses 
• Knowledge in accounting and cost controlling as well as excellent analytical skills will be beneficial
• Familiarity with Treasury Management System / tools will be an advantage 
• Ability to balance multiple priorities effectively, agility to navigate matrix set-up 
• Strong stakeholder management skills, able to collaborate and influence effectively 
• Experience in project management in an international environment and working with tight deadlines 
• Fluency in English, with effective communication skills across levels and functions 

While at Sephora, you’ll enjoy...

• The people. You will be surrounded by some of the most talented leaders and teams – people you can be proud to work with.
• The learning. We invest in training and developing our teams, and you will continue evolving and building your skills through personalized career plans.
• The culture. As a leading beauty retailer, backed by the LVMH luxury brand, our reach is broad and our impact is global. Yet there’s always room to explore. It’s in the Sephora DNA to champion a world of inspiration and inclusion where everyone can celebrate their beauty.

You can unleash your creativity, because we’ve got disruptive spirit. You can learn and evolve, because we empower you to be your best. You can be yourself, because you are what sets us apart. This, is the future of beauty. Reimagine your future, at Sephora.

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.