Financial Services Analyst

Financial Services Analyst

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.

Step into a pivotal role where you own, influence, and optimize Colgate-Palmolive's financial operations. As a Financial Services Analyst, you'll drive accuracy and compliance across key financial processes—from balance sheet analysis to supporting global audits. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams and make an immediate impact on cost control, inventory management, and SOX compliance. This role is based in Taguig City, Philippines.

Responsibilities:

• Drive daily financial operations: Manage the day-to-day financial service activities, ensuring accurate and transparent balance sheet details and well-managed NVOs.
• Deliver accurate reporting: Complete and submit monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting reports to both corporate and division entities.
• Analyze and improve: Review and interpret KPIs related to financial services and costing. Coordinate action plans within the local subsidiary based on your findings.
• Champion compliance: Ensure full SOX compliance across cost, inventory, and general accounting; manage documentation and help to organize audits.
• Lead inventory control: Organize biannual wall-to-wall inventory counts, oversee fixed asset counts, and coordinate SLOB disposal per BIR guidelines.
• Support project savings validation: Oversee FTG Value Chain reporting and validate cost savings initiatives.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy or a related discipline.
• At least 2 years' experience in general accounting.
• High proficiency in MS Office and Google Suite applications.
• Strong analytical abilities and attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt quickly to new systems.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience in external audit is a plus.
• Experience using SAP or similar ERP systems.
• Interpersonal skills to effectively coordinate with various business stakeholders.
• Adaptable, proactive, and a keen problem solver.

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.