Sales finance controller (6-month Internship, from January 2027) 

COTY FRANCE, Paris 

ROLE & KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

As a Finance Business Partner for the sales team, you will play a key role in driving the commercial & financial performance of Coty France. You will work closely with Sales & Supply teams, providing insights and supporting key business decisions. 

THE ROLE  

In this role you will be responsible for: 

Business partnering - Act as a finance co-pilot and key point of contact for Commercial & Supply Chain teams.  

Budget/Forecast – Build and monitor proper sales forecast and support accurate business landing 

Month-end Closing - Support closing process on Gross Sales, Gross-to-Net and Net Revenues, ensuring compliance with Coty policies, US GAAP and SOX. Perform balance sheet reconciliations and variance analysis 

Reporting & Analysis - Analyze sales performance and identify key drivers (volume, pricing, mix). Prepare monthly reporting and provide clear visibility on risks and opportunities 

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN 

- End-to-end understanding of a P&L in an international group 

- Strong expertise in revenue management (Gross-to-Net, pricing, promotions) 

- Exposure to US GAAP and SOX processes 

- Advanced analytical and business partnering skills 

WHAT YOU’LL BRING  

We’d love to see candidates who have: 

- Qualifications: Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Finance & Accounting 

- Very strong Excel skills and good affinity with systems/tools 

- Good communication skills and ability to interact with non-finance stakeholders 

- Prior experience in Custodian/Accounting roles appreciated (but not mandatory) 

French and English are mandatory. 

WHAT WE OFFER 

- A unique opportunity to gain a 360° view of Coty’s P&L 

- Strong exposure to business and commercial teams 

- A dynamic and international working environment 

- Access to the company’s benefits (Ticket Restaurant, staff discounts, etc.) 

ABOUT COTY

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 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.