Job Title:  Intern, Tax

Colgate-Palmolive Company is a caring, innovative growth company that is reimagining a healthier future for all people, their pets and our planet. Focused on Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care and Pet Nutrition, we sell our products in more than 200 countries and territories under brands such as Colgate, Palmolive, elmex, hello, meridol, Sorriso, Tom’s of Maine, EltaMD, Filorga, Irish Spring, PCA SKIN, Protex, Sanex, Softsoap, Speed Stick, Ajax, Axion, Fabuloso, Soupline and Suavitel, as well as Hill’s Pet Nutrition.

We are recognized for our leadership and innovation in promoting sustainability and community wellbeing, including our achievements in decreasing plastic waste and promoting recyclability, saving water, conserving natural resources and improving children’s oral health.

Do you want to come to work with a smile and leave with one as well? In between those smiles, your day consists of connecting with others across the world, full of stimulating discussions and making impactful contributions.

The Corporate Finance Intern will be responsible for supporting the State and Local Tax group at our headquarters in New York City. 

Requirements:

State & Local Tax:

• Assist in gathering and compiling apportionment data to be used in the preparation of State & Local income tax returns.

• Prepare state income tax return calculations and forms in software for selected state tax filings.

• Handle administrative tasks associated with state tax filings in 50 jurisdictions, such as mailings, processing payments, copies, scanning, corresponding to notices etc.

• Assist with quarterly and year-end state income tax provision.

• Assist with other state projects like planning, automation, research tax law changes, mergers and acquisition, filing short period returns, process improvements, etc.

• Assist with ad hoc sales and use tax and property tax projects

Federal Tax and Planning:

• Assist in compiling and updating data to be used in periodic estimates and US federal income tax return filings

• Assist in the preparation of pro forma federal income tax returns for entities included in the consolidated US group.

• Assist in the organizing and drafting of international disclosure statements on US federal income tax return

• Work with Manager, Tax Planning and Support to develop streamlined subsidiary reporting of corporate transactions

• Assist with various ad hoc planning projects 

• Work on an Action Learning Project (ALP) to be assigned at the beginning of the internship and present results at the end of the internship

Qualifications: 

• Current or recent student pursuing a graduate degree in Accounting or Tax

• Proficient in Google Suite 

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets

• Exposure to the area of tax and OneSource tax software a plus 

• Excellent organizational and analytical skills

• Ability to work in a collaborative environment

Compensation

Salary Range $30.00/hr - $40.50/hr USD

Pay is based on multiple non-discriminatory, individualized factors including but not limited to experience, job-related knowledge and education, skills and office/market location.

Our Commitment to Sustainability

With the Colgate brand in more homes than any other, we are presented with great opportunities and new challenges as we work to integrate sustainability into all aspects of our business and create positive social impact. We are determined to position ourselves for further growth as we act on our 2025 Sustainability & Social Impact Strategy.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Achieving our purpose starts with our people — ensuring our workforce represents the people and communities we serve —and creating an environment where our people feel they belong; where we can be our authentic selves, feel treated with respect and have the support of leadership to impact the business in a meaningful way.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law.

Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please contact Application_Accommodation@colpal.com with the subject "Accommodation Request" should you require accommodation.

Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.