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Established in 1806 as a small soap and candle business in New York City, Colgate-Palmolive is now a truly global company with products sold in over 200 countries and territories under such internationally recognized brand names as Colgate, Palmolive, Softsoap, Irish Spring, Protex, Sorriso, Kolynos, elmex, Tom's of Maine, Sanex, Ajax, Axion, Soupline, Haci Sakir, Suavitel, PCA SKIN, EltaMD, Filorga and Hello as well as Hill's Science Diet and Hill's Prescription Diet.

Colgate-Palmolive is a leading consumer products company that serves hundreds of millions of consumers worldwide with brands and products across four core businesses – Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care and Pet Nutrition. We are committed to offering products that make lives healthier and more enjoyable, and programs that enrich communities around the world.

Every day millions of people trust our products to care for themselves and the ones they love. Our goal is to use our technology to create products that will continue to improve the quality of life for our consumers wherever they live.

A career at Colgate-Palmolive is an excellent opportunity if you seek a global experience, constant challenge, and development opportunities in an environment that respects work/life effectiveness.

Job Title:  Manager, Federal Tax

Travel Required?:  Travel - up to 10% of time
Date:  Apr 4, 2025
Hybrid

No Relocation Assistance Offered
Job Number #166362 - New York, New York, United States

Who We Are

Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specializing in Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, Skin Care, and Pet Nutrition. Our products are trusted in more households than any other brand in the world, making us a household name!

Join Colgate-Palmolive, a caring, innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for people, their pets, and our planet. Guided by our core values—Caring, Inclusive, and Courageous—we foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together, let's build a brighter, healthier future for all.

 

We are looking for a Manager, Federal Tax to be responsible for reviewing tax accounting for international operations, managing aspects of federal tax compliance and tax accounting for select domestic entities, support consolidation and special tax projects. The individual will work collaboratively and effectively with finance and tax teams to ensure seamless, timely, efficient, and accurate tax accounting and compliance. You must have strong knowledge of tax accounting under ASC 740 as well as US domestic tax matters.

 

Responsibilities:

  • Tax Accounting:
    • Review quarterly effective tax rates, prepare current and deferred income tax provision utilizing software, perform deferred balance sheet tests for select US and foreign entities
    • Assist with preparation of annual tax footnote disclosure 
    • Review and document transactions in tax payable accounts and determine impact on tax calculations for select US entities
  • Tax Compliance:
    • Prepare and/or review quarterly estimates, tax return calculations and tax forms utilizing software for select domestic entities and federal consolidation including preparing supporting documentation
    • Assist with preparing and documenting specialized US tax calculations, such as BEAT, R&D tax credit and FDII
    • Support with preparing responses to information requests from IRS audit  
    • Perform research of federal tax issues and make recommendations regarding application of tax laws to the company

 

Required  Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree; Master’s in Accounting or Taxation 
  • 5+ years of experience in tax accounting and domestic tax compliance
  • Solid knowledge of US tax law including experience with identifying domestic tax issues and conducting related research
  • Strong tax accounting and domestic tax compliance experience
  • Strong managerial skills with a hands on approach 
  • Must demonstrate proficient use of tax software and have good excel skills
  • Readiness to travel 10% travel annually as needed


Preferred Qualifications:

  • CPA License
  • 3+ years of Public Accounting experience 
  • Must be highly motivated, very organized with a high level of accountability
  • Experience working collaboratively and effectively with teams.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills 
     


Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range $106,400.00 - $150,000.00 USD

Pay is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, profit-sharing, and long-term incentives for Executive-level roles.

Benefits: Salaried employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, and participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements. Additional benefits include a minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days (hourly employees receive a minimum of 120 hours) and 13 paid holidays (vacation days are prorated based on the employee's hire date within the calendar year). Paid sick leave is adjusted based on role and location in accordance with local laws. Detailed information regarding paid sick leave entitlements will be provided to employees upon hiring and may be subject to adjustments based on changes in legislation or company policies.

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 complete this request form should you require accommodation.

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