Sr. Finance Analyst (Overland Park, KS, US)

<style type="text/css"> </style> <style type="text/css"> </style> <p><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">No Relocation Assistance Offered<br>Job Number #175084 - Overland Park, Kansas, United States<br><br><strong>Who We Are</strong><br><br>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!<br><br>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.</span><br> </p><p style="background-color:#ffffff;margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">The Senior Financial Analyst GSC provides comprehensive support to the E2E team by overseeing the company’s product cost process in close collaboration with the CBS team.  This role is also responsible for compiling  latest estimates (LEs) and the annual Budget as well as  preparing variance analysis against these targets.  Also provides key support by preparing month end analytics, including Inventory reports, KPIs and ad hoc analysis as required.</span></p> <p style="background-color:#ffffff;margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"> </p> <h1 style="line-height:1.32;background-color:#ffffff;margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt;padding-bottom:9.0pt"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:14.0pt;color:#002a46">Work visa sponsorship is <span style="text-decoration:underline">not</span> available for this position. </span></strong></span></h1> <h1 style="line-height:1.32;background-color:#ffffff;margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:9.0pt"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:14.0pt;color:#002a46">What you'll do</span></strong></span></h1> <ul> <li style="background-color:#ffffff;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><strong>Cost Management &amp; Analysis:</strong> Oversee end-to-end product costing for domestic manufacturing, including the maintenance of annual cost models and the preparation of ad-hoc estimates for new product launches.</span></li> <li style="background-color:#ffffff;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><strong>Financial Planning &amp; Budgeting: </strong>Drive the E2E planning process by creating projection templates, providing financial support to budget owners, and delivering accurate Budget and Latest Estimate (LE) projections.</span></li> <li style="background-color:#ffffff;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><strong>Manufacturing Performance Oversight: </strong>Monitor and analyze manufacturing variances (formulation, volume/mix, and standards differential) while tracking Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) across all domestic facilities.</span></li> <li style="background-color:#ffffff;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><strong>Financial Reporting &amp; Compliance: </strong>Execute month-end closing processes, perform SIGMA Inventory reconciliations, prepare Corporate exhibits and ensure compliance with Global SCF reporting and SOX governance requirements.</span></li> <li style="background-color:#ffffff;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><strong>Strategic Business Partnership: </strong>Serve as the primary financial liaison between Corporate Finance and E2E teams, fostering collaboration with P lant Controllers and global stakeholders to align financial objectives. Travel to manufacturing sites as required.</span></li> <li style="background-color:#ffffff;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><strong>Executive Support &amp; Special Projects: </strong>Develop high-level financial presentations for senior leadership reviews and provide analytical support for strategic projects and system implementations.</span></li> </ul> <p style="background-color:#ffffff;margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:#002a46"> </span></p> <h1 style="line-height:1.32;background-color:#ffffff;margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:9.0pt"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:14.0pt;color:#002a46">Required Qualifications</span></strong></span></h1> <ul> <li style="background-color:#ffffff;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.</span></li> <li style="background-color:#ffffff;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">5+ years of experience in Accounting/Finance - Plant Finance experience preferred</span></li> </ul> <p style="background-color:#ffffff;margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:#002a46"> </span></p> <h1 style="line-height:1.32;background-color:#ffffff;margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:9.0pt"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:14.0pt;color:#002a46">Preferred Qualifications</span></strong></span></h1> <ul> <li style="background-color:#ffffff;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Analytical/ Problem solving skills</span></li> <li style="background-color:#ffffff;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">CPA , Finance degree</span></li> <li style="background-color:#ffffff;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Extensive experience with SAP and Finance systems development/maintenance.</span></li> <li style="background-color:#ffffff;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Advanced PC skills using Google Workspace (Sheets, Slides) and MS Excel. SAP Knowledge. </span></li> <li style="background-color:#ffffff;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Demonstrated ability to present complex financial concepts to both financial and non-financial audiences.</span></li> </ul><style type="text/css"> </style> <style type="text/css"> </style> <p><br><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Compensation and Benefits</strong><br>Salary Range $94,000.00 - $137,000.00 USD<br><br>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.<br><br>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.<br><br><strong>Our Commitment to Inclusion</strong><br>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.<br><br><strong>Equal Opportunity Employer</strong><br>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.<br><br>Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. 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