AP AR Finance Business Partner Intern

AP/AR Finance Business Partner Intern

FINANCE DIVISION, AMSTERDAM

Amsterdam COTY HQ

Duration: Internship – 6 months (Aug/Sep - Jan/Feb)

Coty is one of the world’s largest beauty companies with an iconic portfolio of brands across fragrance, color cosmetics, skin care and body care. COTY is the global leader in fragrance and number three in color cosmetics. COTY’s products are sold in over 150 countries around the world. COTY and its brands are committed to a range of social causes as well as seeking to minimize its impact on the environment. For additional information about Coty Inc., please visit www.coty.com.

ROLE AND DEPARTMENT 

We’re looking for an AP/AR Finance Business Partner Intern to join our Finance Operations & Business Partnering team. This internship offers a unique opportunity to apply your academic knowledge in a global business environment, connecting what you learn in your studies with real-world financial operations.

You will work closely with COTY HQ, Shared Services Centers, and local business teams, gaining hands-on exposure to financial processes, compliance, and cross-functional collaboration. Reporting to the AP Manager and AR Manager, you will develop an understanding of how financial flows support the wider commercial organization and contribute to operational excellence.

This role is ideal for students looking to deepen their understanding of business finance, process governance, and the ways finance partners with the business to drive value.

THE ROLE

During this internship you will:

• Observe how AP and AR operations work within a global organization and understand the interaction between HQ and Shared Services

• Learn how finance partners with commercial, procurement, and supply chain teams to support business outcomes

• Support light coordination activities within O2C and P2P processes, helping standardization and process understanding

• Gain exposure to working capital concepts by reviewing key reports such as AP Ageing, Aged Debt, and DSO

• Develop an understanding of SOX controls, compliance frameworks, and audit preparation

• Learn how variances (e.g., GRIR/PO mismatches) are analyzed and resolved in a corporate environment

• Contribute to discussions and follow-up actions related to AP/AR performance and escalations

• Participate in team meetings and cross-functional interactions, building communication and business partnering skills

The internship is structured to ensure you receive meaningful guidance, mentorship, and opportunities to learn, without being responsible for high-level deliverables.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING 

Essential: 

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field

• A strong desire to learn how finance operates within a multinational organization

• Analytical mindset with interest in understanding processes, data flows, and financial controls

• Strong communication skills and willingness to interact with diverse teams

• Comfortable working with Excel and eager to develop stronger data-handling skills

• Fluency in English

Desirable:  

• Interest in process improvement, shared services, or operational finance

• Basic understanding of working capital or financial reporting

• Familiarity with ERP systems or curiosity to learn how they work 

WHAT WE OFFER

This internship is designed to complement your academic studies by giving you practical exposure to the financial backbone of a global company. You will learn how AP and AR processes function, how financial governance is applied, and how finance collaborates with business teams to solve problems and drive efficiency.

You’ll be part of a diverse and supportive team committed to developing early talent. Expect mentorship, hands-on learning opportunities, and a workplace that encourages curiosity, collaboration, and growth.

OUR BENEFITS

• With this full-time internship for 5-6 months (40 hrs/week) at Coty, you will gain:

• Great opportunities to work in the HR team and manage end-to-end projects.

• Internship allowance, NS business card (if you were not eligible for a student public transport card), staff discount of Coty products, access to Coty Academy.

• Convenient office location (near Amsterdam Zuid station) with lots of fun in-house events.

• First-hand knowledge about the beauty industry.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS  

• Our recruiter will contact you as soon as possible.

• A telephone/online introductory meeting follows.

• A first online/in-person interview.

• You will receive a proposal with the terms of employment.

For additional information about Coty Inc., please visit www.coty.com/your-career.