Sr. Manager, Financial Reporting & Technical Accounting

No Relocation Assistance Offered
Job Number #167978 - 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.

We cultivate a collaborative and innovative environment where every team member is empowered to contribute their unique talents and drive impactful solutions. We are seeking an experienced and driven Manager/Senior Manager to join our Financial Reporting and Technical Accounting team. This role is critical for ensuring the company’s financial statements are accurate, timely, and compliant with U.S. GAAP and SEC regulations. You will lead complex accounting projects, drive process improvements, and provide technical expertise to cross-functional teams (Treasury, Tax, Legal, M&A, Divisional Finance).

Responsibilities:

• Lead the preparation, review, and analysis of quarterly and annual financial statements

• Coordinate and manage the external audit process; serve as a primary point of contact for external auditors, ensuring effective communication and timely completion of audit deliverables.

• Oversee the implementation and interpretation of new accounting standards, perform technical accounting research, and document accounting positions and memos.

• Provide expert guidance on complex accounting topics, including revenue recognition, pension and post-retirement benefits, business combinations, leases, and financial instruments. Lead the preparation, review and analysis of pension plan financial statements Manage and mentor a team of financial professionals, fostering professional growth and driving high performance.

• Maintain the Company’s accounting policies and assist the global finance organization in the application and adherence to the policies

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

• CPA

• 7+ years of progressive experience in accounting and financial reporting

• 3+ years of experience with a Big-4 public accounting firm, with a strong understanding of US GAAP, SEC regulations, and financial reporting processes

• Strong technical accounting research skills and ability to translate complex accounting concepts to non-experts

• Expertise in Workiva or similar platforms

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in a managerial role in a corporate environment

• Excellent organizational, communication, and analytical skills

• Proactive mindset with the ability to independently manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range $140,000.00 - $170,000.00 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 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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