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SEPHORA · 2 weeks ago

Program Manager, Corporate Investigations and Internal Control

San Francisco, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$115K/yr - $128K/yr

5+ years exp

Sephora is a leading beauty retailer that aims to inspire customers and empower teams. The Program Manager for Corporate Investigations and Internal Control will lead initiatives focused on risk management and compliance, leveraging AI technologies and data analytics to enhance operational effectiveness and governance processes.

BeautyCosmeticsE-CommerceRetail

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Plan and execute investigations including, but not limited to, corporate fraud, conflicts of interest, misuse of company assets and other violations of company policies and/or laws

Review documents, records, reports, and policies/procedures to prepare an investigation plan

Use OSINT to assist in solving cases and identify irregularities

Interview employees at all levels of the organization regarding complex and sensitive matters

Adhere to SLA best practices by prioritizing tasks, collaborating early, and leveraging templates to ensure investigations are closed within two weeks

Design and lead operational audits from end to end ensuring the scope and approach is aligned with Internal Audit leadership. Identify loopholes and recommend risk aversion measures and cost savings

Prepare and present reports that reflect audit results clearly laying out findings and recommendations

Conduct follow up audits to monitor management’s interventions

Develop and maintain interactive dashboards to visualize trends, anomalies, and key risk indicators for management and audit teams

Serve as a key champion for the implementation and integration of AI technologies across the Internal Control department, identifying opportunities to leverage AI for enhanced risk detection, process automation, report development, and continuous improvement

Use such data to analyze transactions, identify trends, risks, and controls required

Work with IT and stakeholders to determine new data feeds and reports that could be used in investigations, forensic analysis and fraud monitoring

Engage with business partners to proactively provide advisory guidance on risks and controls for new projects, programs or initiatives

Continuous engagement with stakeholders at all levels to understand the ongoing risks within the business and support business partners to address in a timely manner

Undertake special projects, ad-hoc audits, projects reviews or similar upon request depending on needs within the Internal Audit and Control dept

Write clear, concise investigation reports suitable for distribution to management and E&C teams

Identify value-added recommendations to improve processes and internal controls following investigations

Continue to follow up with business partners on action plans after the investigation is closed

Assist in the follow-up of action plans from operational audits, ensuring timely closure and a review of supporting documentation

Prepare and assist with LVMH internal audits and/or external audits and follow up on the implementation of their recommendations post-audit

Perform a select number of store audits annually utilizing this experience to help gain an understanding of controls and potential fraud risks at stores (3-5 weeks of North America travel per year)

Qualification

Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)Forensic AnalysisPowerBIData AnalyticsInternal AuditProject ManagementTime ManagementInterpersonal SkillsPresentation SkillsCollaborationAdaptability

Required

5+ years supporting corporate investigations, internal/external audit, forensic analysis, finance, or controlling (ideally in audit/consulting firms or large companies)

Experience within Experience in Retail or Consumer Packaged Goods

Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) required

Demonstrated experience in designing and leading investigations, forensic analysis, internal audits, and ad-hoc projects, with the ability to develop, facilitate, and implement strategic investigation plans

Proven knowledge of auditing standards and procedures, laws, rules, and regulations

Advanced experience with Excel and data analytics tools and a passion for leveraging AI to enhance internal controls and investigations. Strong accounting and financial skills are also essential

Experience in building, editing, and maintaining PowerBI dashboards, serving as the primary point of contact for the Internal Control team on all dashboard-related needs

Ability to strategically organize complex investigations, including identifying, collecting, and analyzing evidence, conducting interviews, and writing reports

Ability to convey complex concepts clearly and deliver presentations to diverse audiences

Project management, time management, and multi-tasking are essential skills

Ability to track, measure, and communicate the impact of investigations and control improvements to leadership

Collaborative and approachable, with strong interpersonal skills to build trust and influence across cross-functional teams in a friendly, inclusive culture

Results-driven, intellectually curious, and a self-starter requiring minimal supervision, with an enthusiastic, driven work ethic

Proven ability to operate effectively in a dynamic, evolving environment that resembles a startup more than a mature organization. You thrive in fast-paced projects where priorities can shift, demonstrating adaptability and resourcefulness in the face of ambiguity and unknowns

Willingness to roll up your sleeves and tackle challenges hands-on, even when resources or data are incomplete

Enjoy tackling complex challenges with limited information and proactively seek creative solutions

Demonstrate Sephora's values: Welcome All, Imagine Fearlessly, Make It Happen, Lead with Passion and Heart, and Grow Together, Win Together

Benefits

Comprehensive health, dental and vision plans

A superior 401(k) plan

Various paid time off programs

Employee discount/perks

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Flexible spending accounts

An employee referral bonus program

Company

SEPHORA

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Sephora is an online shopping site that offers a range of beauty products such as cosmetics and skincare items.

Founded in 1969

Neuilly-sur-seine, Ile-de-France, FRA

10001+ employees

https://www.sephora.com

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