Finance Graduate Trainee (UAE National)

Coty Inc; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading beauty company based in Dubai is looking for a Graduate Trainee to support their finance team. The role offers hands-on experience across accounts receivable and payable, tax compliance, and month-end closing within a dynamic environment. Ideal candidates possess strong analytical and communication skills. Benefits include competitive salary, flexible workplace, and exclusive employee discounts.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Flexible workplace

Employee discounts

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Candidates must possess operational skills and an understanding of finance, audit, tax, and internal control principles.
• Strong analytical, planning, and problem-solving capabilities are essential.
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist with accounts payables and receivables.
• Support tax compliance, including audits and documentation.
• Aid in month-end closing activities and record maintenance.

Skills

Operational Skills

Understanding of finance principles

Strong analytical skills

Planning skills

Strong problem-solving capabilities

Sound communication skills

Attention to detail

Tools

SAP

Job description

In line with our efforts to contribute to the UAE Government’s Emiratization initiative, only UAE Nationals with a family book are eligible for this opportunity.

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. You will get to experience working with our well‑known global brands in the cosmetics and fragrance industry such as Gucci, Burberry, Hugo Boss, Calvin Klein, Adidas, and more.

ROLE AND DEPARTMENT

Step into the world of finance with one of the global leaders in the beauty industry as a Graduate Trainee. You’ll gain hands‑on experience across accounts payables and receivables, tax, audits, cash management, and impactful projects. Collaborate with experts, work with internal teams and external auditors, and build the skills to thrive in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment at the forefront of beauty innovation.

THE ROLE

• Assist in collecting payments by following up with key customers and coordinating with the Accounts Receivable team.
• Track and process debit notes from customers in coordination with the Shared Services Center (SSC).
• Support timely coding and processing of trade investment credit notes with business teams.
• Help the Accounts Payable team with invoice tracking and payment processing for fixed costs, intercompany charges, and marketing expenses.
• Coordinate between Shared Services Center (SSC) and business units to ensure smooth finance operations.
• Support Finance team with month‑end closing activities.
• Assist with cash management tasks including bank fund movements and related documentation.
• Maintain organized records for financial transactions.
• Follow and help implement SOX and IFC controls, ensuring proper documentation and approvals.
• Assist in VAT and Corporate Tax compliance, including payments, return filing, audits, and registration processes.
• Help maintain master data for customers and pricing in SAP.
• Support continuous improvement of financial reporting processes.
• Assist in preparing financials and coordinating with auditors during reviews.
• Ensure timely completion of all regulatory and internal compliance requirements.
• Participate in various ad‑hoc tasks and projects assigned by management.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

We’d love to see candidates who have:

• Operational Skills
• Understanding of finance, audit, tax and internal control principles
• Strong analytical skills
• Planning skills
• Strong problem‑solving capabilities
• Sound communication skills
• Ability to multi‑task and support multiple client projects at the same time
• Attention to detail, organization, and follow through
• Nice to have: A working understanding of web technology tools

This is unique role with a genuine opportunity to make an impact. You’ll get to work in a diverse environment with a team who are passionate about the work they do and know how to have some fun along the way.

BENEFITS

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Flexible workplace (remote working + 4 weeks overseas working)
• Exclusive access to Coty Employee discount with our products and retailers (Sephora, Faces etc.)
• Exclusive learning and development opportunities tailored for you.

Working Hours: 09:00am – 06:00pm, Monday to Friday

Location: One Central Offices, Dubai, UAE