Job Description

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.
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Job Title:  Budget Analyst
Travel Required?:  No Travel
Posting Start Date:  10/7/25
Hybrid

No Relocation Assistance Offered
Job Number #169638 - Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo, Brazil

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 position is a key finance business partner for the Marketing team, driving strategic decision-making through financial analysis, planning, and performance monitoring. The role will be to translate financial data into actionable insights, ensuring the success of business plans and the company's profitability.

 

  • Key Responsibilities
    Financial and Strategic Planning: Lead strategic planning, budget, and LE (Latest Estimate) processes, providing detailed analysis of the P&L (Profit and Loss Statement), Balance Sheet, and Cash Generation for leadership.
  • Performance Analysis and Insights: Monitor and analyze product category performance by comparing actual vs. estimated results to identify optimization opportunities and improve the execution of business plans.
  • Business Decision Support: Partner with the Marketing team in commercial meetings to evaluate the financial feasibility of investments, calculate breakeven points, and develop product P&L analyses, focusing on margin and return on investment.
  • Financial Modeling and Forecasting: Build comprehensive P&Ls for new product launches (RFMC), including pricing, investment, and margin analysis, ensuring the accuracy of Mix and GTN (Gross to Net) planning based on commercial discussions.
  • Reporting and Presentations: Prepare submission reports for the division and senior leadership, including the consolidation and explanation of P&L variances at each quarter-end for accounting close.

 

Requirements:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related fields.
  • Previous experience in Finance.
  • Advanced English.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office or Google Tools.
  • Knowledge in Analytics (Dashboard, data visualization).
  • Intermediate Spanish (desirable).
 
 


Our Commitment to Inclusion
Our journey begins with our people—developing strong talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives  to best serve our consumers around the world and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels a true sense of belonging. We are dedicated to ensuring that each individual can be their authentic self, is treated with respect, and is empowered by leadership to contribute meaningfully to our business.

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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