PTP Sales Commissions Accountant

Avon; Warszawa; On-site; PLN 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness resources

Work-life balance support

Diversity & inclusion

Job summary

Avon in Poland seeks a PTP Sales Commissions Accountant to ensure accurate calculation, processing, and timely payment of commissions across Avon markets. You will support commission accounting, accruals, and reporting while partnering with Sales Support, Shared Services, and external providers to maintain compliance and drive process improvements.

The role requires strong accounting knowledge, IFRS/US GAAP expertise, ERP experience, and advanced English.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Professional accounting qualification or certification is an advantage.
• At least 2 years of experience in finance or accounting, preferably within a multinational organisation.
• Experience in accounting, Procure-to-Pay, commissions management, payroll-related accounting, or a similar finance environment.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting processes.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and US GAAP accounting standards.
• Experience working with accounting and ERP systems.
• Experience preparing accruals, journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting activities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Advanced English language skills, both written and spoken.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting strict deadlines.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build positive relationships across teams and functions.
• Confidence working with external vendors and third-party service providers.
• Proactive, self-motivated approach with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.

Responsibilities

• Managing the monthly calculation of Sales Leader (SL) and Zone Manager (ZM) commissions, ensuring accuracy and adherence to established compensation frameworks.
• Supporting the implementation of commission framework changes and participating in system testing activities when required.
• Collaborating closely with Sales Support and Business Integration teams to ensure commission processes are correctly maintained and executed.
• Preparing and managing multivoucher processes, working with external providers to ensure timely and accurate delivery.
• Supporting self-billing activities where applicable.
• Coordinating with third-party agencies responsible for outsourced commission calculations and administration activities.
• Providing timely and accurate inputs to external service providers and ensuring outputs such as journal entries, payment files, and pension-related administration are processed correctly.
• Resolving commission-related queries raised by Sales Leaders and Zone Managers through Customer Service channels.
• Preparing monthly commission-related accruals and associated journal entries.
• Preparing and maintaining account reconciliations related to commissions and associated balance sheet accounts.
• Supporting the timely and accurate payment of commissions through collaboration with third-party service providers and payment teams.
• Ensuring all activities are completed in compliance with global and local policies, procedures, and SOX control requirements.
• Supporting month-end reporting activities and maintaining high-quality financial records.
• Collaborating with Finance Centre of Excellence teams, Shared Services, FP&A, Controllers, Tax, Internal Controls, Sales Support, and other stakeholders.
• Identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, strengthen controls, and enhance the quality of commission-related processes.
• Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and sharing best practices across teams.

Skills

IFRS / US GAAP

ERP systems

Accruals & journal entries

Commissions management

Financial reporting

English (Advanced)

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Finance degree in accounting or related field

Professional accounting qualification

Tools

ERP software

Job description

You’ve picked a great time to join Avon. We’re the company that puts purpose, people and relationships at the heart of everything we do. The company that’s 135 years young and only just getting started. As part of the Regent LP family, we’re committed to being the best beauty company for the world by generating a positive environmental, economic and social impact for our communities across the globe.

Role Type

Permanent

What you’ll be doing:

As a PTP Sales Commissions Accountant, you will play a vital role in ensuring that sales commissions are calculated accurately, processed efficiently, and paid on time across Avon markets. Working within our Finance Centre of Excellence, you will support commission-related accounting activities, reconciliations, accruals, and reporting, while partnering closely with Sales Support, Business Integration, Shared Services, external providers, and other finance teams. This role combines strong accounting expertise with stakeholder collaboration, helping to maintain compliance, deliver an exceptional service experience, and continuously improve processes that support Avon’s sales network.

Key responsibilities:

• Managing the monthly calculation of Sales Leader (SL) and Zone Manager (ZM) commissions, ensuring accuracy and adherence to established compensation frameworks
• Supporting the implementation of commission framework changes and participating in system testing activities when required
• Collaborating closely with Sales Support and Business Integration teams to ensure commission processes are correctly maintained and executed
• Preparing and managing multivoucher processes, working with external providers to ensure timely and accurate delivery
• Supporting self-billing activities where applicable
• Coordinating with third-party agencies responsible for outsourced commission calculations and administration activities
• Providing timely and accurate inputs to external service providers and ensuring outputs such as journal entries, payment files, and pension-related administration are processed correctly
• Resolving commission-related queries raised by Sales Leaders and Zone Managers through Customer Service channels
• Preparing monthly commission-related accruals and associated journal entries
• Preparing and maintaining account reconciliations related to commissions and associated balance sheet accounts
• Supporting the timely and accurate payment of commissions through collaboration with third-party service providers and payment teams
• Ensuring all activities are completed in compliance with global and local policies, procedures, and SOX control requirements
• Supporting month-end reporting activities and maintaining high-quality financial records
• Collaborating with Finance Centre of Excellence teams, Shared Services, FP&A, Controllers, Tax, Internal Controls, Sales Support, and other stakeholders
• Identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, strengthen controls, and enhance the quality of commission-related processes
• Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and sharing best practices across teams

What we’re looking for:

• Diploma or degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
• Professional accounting qualification or certification is an advantage
• At least 2 years of experience in finance or accounting, preferably within a multinational organisation
• Experience in accounting, Procure-to-Pay, commissions management, payroll-related accounting, or a similar finance environment
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting processes
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and US GAAP accounting standards
• Experience working with accounting and ERP systems
• Experience preparing accruals, journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting activities
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail
• Advanced English language skills, both written and spoken
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting strict deadlines
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build positive relationships across teams and functions
• Confidence working with external vendors and third-party service providers
• Proactive, self-motivated approach with a strong sense of ownership and accountability

What we offer:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package along with wellness resources and work-life balance support in line with your country practices and Avon purpose aiming to help you live a healthier life, protect you and your dear ones, and ensure you’re at your best.

At Avon, we believe beauty is for everyone and that it’s beautiful to be you. We celebrate our differences, champion self-expression and are committed to inclusion for all. We embrace diversity and individuality to build a culture that represents our communities and enables everyone to bring their best self to work. We also support reasonable adjustments both within our recruitment process and job design when required to empower you to work in a way that works for you.

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