Italy Internship Accounting & Controlling Assistant

Are you ready to be part of the future of prestige beauty? At The Estée Lauder Companies you can play a role in our global success. We are a leader in prestige beauty with a growing portfolio of coveted brands. We create and market the highest quality products that delight consumers around the globe. Our culture values diversity of thought and people, and encourages creativity, innovation and integrity in everything we do. We intend to provide you with a snapshot of what you can do and how you can grow within our Company.

The future is in your hands!

What’s in it for you?

Our #ELC Family is a bold community of individuals. We don’t just place a high value on individuality, we seek it out, cultivate it and celebrate it in our daily work. Collectively, our diverse points of view, skillsets and talents make us the creative and innovative global leader we are today in prestige beauty. There is immense pride and joy in what we do, and it shows.

We truly value the energy, skills, and new perspectives that experienced hires bring into the business. We’re always interested in recruiting extraordinary people with different career backgrounds who can hit the ground running, introduce us to new ways of working, and make us stronger from Day 1!

The "Internship" Level is the main entry point into ELC, important to understand the work environment within a dynamic and multinational context, to get to know the world of beauty and to have a highly formative experience regardless of role and function.

ELC Finance

The Role

The internship includes a comprehensive training path divided into two phases:

1. Accounting Department – to acquire foundational knowledge of financial operations, journal entries, and invoice management. During this phase, you will support senior team members in:
   • daily accounting operations, including general ledger activities and month-end closure;
   • managing the Accounts Payable process from order to payment;
   • maintaining accurate financial records to ensure compliance with company policies and fiscal regulations.
2. Controlling Department – to develop analytical and reporting skills, and gain a full understanding of business performance monitoring. You will support senior team members in:
   • preparing standard daily, weekly, and monthly reports;
   • using data extraction tools for operational cost control;
   • supporting the monthly closing process and forecasting activities.

This structure ensures a 360 on-the-job training experience in the Finance area.

Requirements

• Degree in Finance, Economics, or Business Administration;
• strong analytical skills and attention to detail;
• excellent knowledge of Microsoft Excel;
• proficiency in English;
• basic knowledge of accounting principles;
• passion and motivation for the finance and controlling field.