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Coty Finance Business Partner - Accounts Receivables in Warsaw Domaniewska, Poland
Finance Business Partner - Accounts Receivables
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE FINANCE BUSINESS PARTNER (AR BP)
FINANCE / ORDER TO CASH
As our Accounts Receivable Finance Business Partner, you will act as the strategic link between local markets, GBS AR Operations, and central Finance—driving strong receivables performance, cash discipline, and continuous improvement across assigned markets.
THE ROLE
OPTIMIZE, ENABLE, INNOVATE!
As our Accounts Receivable Finance Business Partner , you play a critical role in improving cash flow, DSO, and dispute resolution while supporting finance transformation and process standardization. You combine operational AR expertise with strong business partnering to influence stakeholders and deliver measurable improvements across the Order‑to‑Cash landscape.
You will be partnering closely with local Finance teams, Sales, and GBS AR Operations , and you will manage:
1. Business Partnering & Stakeholder Management
Act as the primary AR Finance contact for local Finance, Sales, and GBS AR Operations
Partner with Finance Directors, Controllers, and Sales teams to support cash collection and dispute resolution
Ensure alignment between local market priorities and GBS AR execution
Serve as escalation point for critical AR topics (overdues, blocked accounts, disputes)
2. Cash Collection & DSO Management
Monitor AR KPIs including DSO, overdue balances, and dispute levels
Drive action plans to improve cash collection and reduce overdue receivables
Support markets in defining customer‑specific collection strategies
Identify payment behavior risks and propose mitigating actions
3. Disputes & Credit Risk Management
Oversee dispute management processes and ensure timely resolution
Challenge unjustified disputes and support evidence‑based customer discussions
Cooperate with Credit Management on credit limits, payment terms, and blocked customers
Assess AR exposure and support decisions on write‑offs, provisions, and settlements
4. Month‑End Close, Controls & Governance
Support month‑end AR closing activities (reconciliations, accruals, provisions)
Ensure accuracy and completeness of AR balances
Contribute to internal control frameworks and audit readiness
Identify control gaps and propose improvements
5. Process Improvement & Transformation
Contribute to standardization of AR processes across markets
Support finance transformation initiatives (e.g. S/4HANA, e‑Invoicing, automation )
Act as key AR representative in projects impacting Order‑to‑Cash processes
Promote best practices and knowledge sharing across markets
6. Reporting & Analysis
Prepare and review AR performance reporting for management
Provide insights on trends, risks, and improvement opportunities
Support ad‑hoc analysis related to receivables, disputes, and customer exposure
YOU ARE A COTY FIT
As a relationship‑driven finance professional, you thrive in a business‑partnering role and enjoy influencing outcomes across multiple stakeholders.
Your skills and experience include:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance
3–5 years of experience in Finance / Accounting within the Order‑to‑Cash area, ideally in a managerial or lead role
Fluent English & Polish (minimum B2/C1 level)
Strong stakeholder‑management, communication, and negotiation skills
Ability to influence across Finance, Sales, and Operations
Self‑starter mindset with strong prioritization and attention to detail
Results‑oriented, proactive, and solution‑focused attitude
If you’re ready to support and shape best‑in‑class AR performance, we want you on our team!
WHAT WE OFFER
This role offers strong visibility and impact across markets and the global finance organization.
Competitive salary aligned with experience
High‑impact business‑partnering role within Finance
Exposure to finance transformation and global projects
International, collaborative working environment
Hybrid working model
ABOUT US
Our people make us who we are. At Coty, we celebrate diversity, fearless kindness, and collaboration—creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can be their authentic self.
Country/Region: PL
City: Warsaw Domaniewska