Job Title:  Senior Financial Analyst

No Relocation Assistance Offered
Job Number #164157 - 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.
 

The Senior Financial Analyst plays a key role in the monthly closing of Corporate entities and the quarterly global consolidation and analysis of financial statements. Works closely with Human Resources and other finance areas to analyze benefits/insurance accounting. The position also interacts with Subsidiaries, Division Finance Managers, Corporate and International Accounting, Budget and Planning, Corporate Tax and Treasury, Global HR/Benefits and CBS.

What you will do

• General accounting for Corporate
  • Corporate analytical P&L (Corp Deducts)
  • Maintain account assignment models and ensure they are properly reflected in the financials
  • Analysis of accounts such as prepaids, miscellaneous accruals, rent, legal reserves and contingencies
  • Monitor and coordinate the monthly closing process with local / CBS teams
  • Review / analyze monthly Corporate trial balance
  • Prepare monthly tax calculation including CBS “F schedule” tax items review
  • Review Non ops cost center to ensure expenses are classified properly
  • Quarterly billings for special items (technology, intangibles, etc.)
  • Coordinate SOX compliance for Corporate
  • PWC Audit support
• Benefits
  • Responsible for Corporate balance sheet account analysis for Pension, Benefits (active/retiree) and Insurance.
  • Benefits analysis for  domestic entities (COP, US Company, Corporate, Hill’s)
  • Collaborate with Financial Reporting / Actuaries for monthly pension accounting and True-ups
  • Prepare expat bill-out working together with Corporate HR, subsidiaries and CBS
• Annual Budget & Estimates:
  • Prepare projections for all accounts under their responsibility including Pension, Benefits, Insurance, etc.
  • Assist in the preparation of Annual Budget and Latest Estimates
  • Preparation of balance sheet trend for all Corporate entities
  • CFN reporting for Budget and estimates
•  Special projects as needed

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field
• 4+ years relevant Accounting/Finance experience
• Solid understanding of Accounting principles
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, set priorities and meet tight deadlines
• Strong analytical, communication, relationship building skills and detail orientation
• Relevant systems knowledge preferred – MS Excel, SAP R/3, SAP BPC

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA or MBA

Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range $91.200,00 - $128.000,00 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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