Analyst, Accounting & Reporting

Colgate; Mumbai; Hybrid; INR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Colgate-Palmolive in Mumbai is seeking an Analyst, Accounting & Reporting to own financial integrity, reconcile accounts, and ensure US GAAP compliance with SOX controls.

You will drive month-end close, intercompany transactions, netting, and journal entries, and present monthly decks to finance leadership; relocation within country supported.

Candidates should have 3–5 years in R2R, strong MS Office and ERP experience, and a global mindset suitable for a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• US GAAP knowledge required.
• Monthly GL analysis and pre-close deck preparation.
• Reporting quarterly CFN submissions, 10K forms & other annual submissions.
• Working knowledge of ERP system is a must.
• MS Office proficiency required.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile Balance Sheet Accounts, Bank accounts and follow up on open items.
• Ensure that all the accounting is in compliance with the US GAAPs.
• Ensure the effective controls are maintained to achieve high accuracy as per internal guidelines.
• Execute intercompany transactions.
• Perform cash application and Netting process for ICO customers/ICO Vendors.
• Ensure accurate posting of rule-based journal entries.
• Close books of accounts in coordination with local team/business.
• Review and timely resolution of audit queries.
• Engage with local teams to stay aligned on all processes.

Skills

US GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

GL analysis

MS Office

Education

MBA/Finance degree

Graduate in Finance

Tools

ERP system

MS Office

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.

Job Title: Analyst, Accounting & Reporting

Travel Required?: No Travel

Posting Start Date: 10/26/26

Hybrid

Relocation Assistance Offered Within Country

Job Number#176811 - Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

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.

Brief introduction - Role Summary/Purpose :

• Owning the full spectrum of financial integrity by reconciling accounts, managing US GAAP compliance, and maintaining rigorous SOX controls to ensure high-accuracy reporting.
• Executing critical operational workflows, including intercompany transactions, netting processes, and rule-based journal entries to drive seamless day-to-day accounting.
• Directing the end-to-end month-end closing process, ensuring all activities are performed per SOPs while championing continuous improvement initiatives.
• Partnering with local business directors to present monthly financial decks and quarterly financial reporting and annual 10K submissions, providing the insights needed to influence strategic decision-making.

Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to :

• Reconcile Balance Sheet Accounts, Bank accounts and follow up on open items
• Ensure that all the accounting is in compliance with the US GAAPs
• Ensure the effective controls are maintained to achieve high accuracy as per the internal company guidelines
• Execute intercompany transactions
• Perform cash application and Netting process for ICO customers/ICO Vendors
• Ensure accurate working and posting of Rule based journal entries
• Perform the entire range of activities pertaining to closing books of accounts in close co-ordination with local team/business
• Review and timely resolution of all audit queries
• Engage with local teams to stay aligned on all the processes, resolve issues on timely basis
• Undertake assessment cycles for seamless movement from FI to PA module at month end
• Perform all accounting activities as per the defined SOPs
• Review the SOP periodically and recommend necessary changes as and when needed in consultation with relevant stake holders
• Perform all the compliances as per SOX guidelines
• Participate in standardization and continuous improvement initiatives as well as other business partner initiatives
• Ensure prompt response to queries of local business
• Participate in standardization and continuous improvement initiatives as well as other business partner initiatives
• Ensure prompt response to queries of local business

Required Qualifications :

• Working knowledge of US GAAP
• Monthly Financials report (Pre close Deck) preparation & presentation to the business Finance Director
• Reporting quarterly CFN submissions, 10K forms & other annual submissions
• Performing monthly GL analysis and review
• Working knowledge of ERP system is a must
• Working knowledge of MS Office

Preferred Qualifications :

• Graduate / MBA with finance background
• 3-5 years of experience in R2R
• Working knowledge of US GAAP
• Reporting quarterly CFN submissions, 10K forms & other annual submissions
• Working knowledge of MS Office/ Google suite

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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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