Finance Specialist SEA

About Us:

Paula's Choice, a global skincare leader founded in 1995, empowers individuals to define beauty on their own terms through science-backed products. Our mission comes to life through four core values that guide our actions, decisions, and impact:

• Build Trust: We set the standard for skincare, transparency, and shared knowledge.
• Be Bold: We lead through innovation and by challenging the status quo.
• Act with Kindness: We operate with respect and carefor our customers, colleagues, and the planet.
• Create Community: We believe in the power of connectionwhether educating customers, supporting each other, or giving back, we grow stronger together.

About the Region:

Our Southeast Asian headquarters is located in Singapore, and currently manages Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Philippines and India. Our channels include not only our own DTC platform, but also marketplaces such as Lazada, Shopee, Amazon, Zalora as well as an offline presence in Unity Pharmacies and Sephora Stores.

About Our Culture:

We're a rapidly growing entrepreneurial team that thrives on change, prioritizing a culture of feedback and inclusivity. Our culture encourages continuous learning and is fueled by connection, curiosity, and cross-functional collaboration.

Paula's Choice is also committed to diversity! Our customers come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger. We hope you agree. If you share our values and our enthusiasm for empowering people to achieve their own definition of beautiful, Paula's Choice could be a wonderful fit for you.

The Opportunity:

Paula's Choice Singapore SEA is seeking to hire a passionate and self-motivated Finance Specialist SEA. S/he will report to the Senior Finance Manager Southeast Asia and will be responsible for the full finance operations of the SEA region. Roles and responsibilities can be found in the sections below.

Responsibilities

• End-to-end finance operations across AP, AR and GL, including inventory accounting with support from third-party accountants where applicable.
• Ensure timely closing of month-end and year-end activities, including review of journal entries, and key accounting estimates.
• Responsible for processing of local and overseas payment.
• Collaborate with operations team on inventory-related matter.
• Coordinate with cross-functional stakeholders on expense-related issues and reconciliation.
• Assist SFM in reviewing of P&L and B&S and handling of annual statutory audit, Income Tax, quarterly GST and withholding Tax filing.
• Able to work closely with third-party accountants on all accounting related matters.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implemented efficiency enhancements.
• Ensure proper internal controls are established, maintained and adhered to.
• Assist in the implementation of new processes and system when required.
• Perform ad hoc duties and special projects as assigned.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Degree in Accountancy with minimum 3-5 years working experience on full sets accounting operations.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel; knowledge of Oracle NetSuite is an added advantage
• Meticulous and detail-oriented, with the ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines
• Adaptable and open-minded, with an agile approach to working in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across multiple stakeholders.
• Hands-on and operationally driven, with a keen eye for accuracy and detail
• Experience in inventory closing will be a good to have.
• Exposure to P&L management within the APAC region is an added advantage.

Why You'll Love it Here:

• Work on a regional stage with a cult-favourite global brand.
• Be part of a passionate, collaborative, and creative team.
• Shape stories that inspire confidence, self-care, and empowerment.
• Thrive in a fast-moving, dynamic environment where your ideas matter.

Do you recognise yourself in the description above and do you enjoy working in a dynamic and collaborative work environment Then we'd love to get to know you and hopefully welcome you to join our enthusiastic team soon (yes we move fast, also in our recruitment!). We look forward to receiving your Curriculum Vitae. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

If you would like further information about this vacancy please contact Radhika Jain, HR Director SEA via [Confidential Information].