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:  Tax Specialist
Travel Required?:  Travel - up to 10% of time
Posting Start Date:  6/4/26
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Relocation Assistance Offered Within Country
Job Number #173614 - Cali, Valle del Cauca, Colombia

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.
 

 

Role Summary: 

Member of the Andean Regional Tax team, responsible for ensuring tax compliance for the assigned local subsidiary, working closely with the Regional Tax Manager and the local tax advisor to meet all tax obligations, mitigate risks, and support business objectives.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Ensure the company meets its tax obligations and objectives in a timely and accurate manner, in accordance with relevant laws and regulations, with the support of the local tax advisor.

  • Prepare and submit tax returns, transfer pricing reports, electronic filings, and monthly tax declarations.

  • Ensure that required reports are prepared and that accurate tax records are maintained on a timely basis.

  • Lead and coordinate support for tax audits, including the preparation of corporate reports and responses to information requests.

  • Prioritize and self-assign tasks to ensure effective use of resources and achievement of deadlines and performance targets.

  • Work closely with the Regional Tax Manager to identify tax planning opportunities and/or mitigate tax risks

 

Required Qualifications

  • Education: Bachelor’s degre.

  • Experience: Minimum 3 years in an international tax firm and/or in a similar tax function within a company, preferably in the consumer goods / FMCG sector.

  • Lenguaje: upper-intermediate English

  • Qualified Public Accountant with solid experience in local tax legislation, including tax audits, local compliance, and tax reporting.

  • Good working knowledge of international taxation.

 


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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