Job Title:  Manager - Financial Services

No Relocation Assistance Offered
# 160582 - Selangor, Selangor, Malaysia

Who We Are
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.

If you want to work for a company that lives by their values, then give your career a reason to smile and join our global team!
 

Do you want to come to work with a smile and leave with one as well? In between those smiles, your day consists of working in a global organization, continually learning and collaborating, having stimulating discussions, and making impactful contributions! If this is how you see your career, Colgate is the place to be!

Our dependable household brands, dedicated employees, and sustainability commitments make us a company passionate about building a future to smile about for our employees, consumers, and surrounding communities. The pride in our brand fuels a workplace that encourages creative thinking, champions experimentation, and promotes authenticity which has contributed to our enduring success.

If you want to work for a company that lives by their values, then give your career a reason to smile...every single day.

Overview:

As the Manager - Financial Services, you are responsible for management reporting and analytics, effective internal control and compliance, as well as process improvement, simplification and standardization. 

What you will do:

• Coordination and oversight of general accounting processes within SAH

• Monitor, review and collaborate with CBS teams in Mumbai on month-end closing, account reconciliation and journal entry processes.

• Ensure internal controls are maintained in compliance with corporate policies and all related SOX and business operational controls are executed effectively.

• Ensure internal and external audit preparations related to SOX, statutory interim and year-end financial statement audits are performed with strict adherence to agreed upon timelines.

• Lead and implement process improvement projects related to general accounting processes.

• Participate in new releases of SAP enhancements including regression testing and testing of technology enablers.

• Manage general and property insurance profiles for the hub. Liaise with Corporate Risk Management and local agents on risk assessment to ensure adequate coverage.

• Review and approve submission of statistical financial information to relevant government bodies.

• Oversee Treasury and Accounts Payable functions for SAH

Minimum Requirements:

• Must possess professional accounting qualification (ACCA, CPA, CFA etc)

• Minimum 8 years experience with strong technical accounting knowledge in a Multinational Company setup, preferably in a FMCG setup or reputable audit firms 

• Strong analytical skills and understanding of Financial Statement impact, Business Insights, Business Perspective & Partnering and etc, experience in SAP will be an added advantage

• Demonstrated ability in research and issues resolution with proven ability to solve problems and resolve conflicts

• Strong knowledge of general accounting processes, governance and controls.

• Good communication, presentation skills and business acumen. Proficient in English.

• Enjoys working cross-functionally and leverage on network to drive results

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.

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