Colgate Palmolive

Senior Manager Financial Planning

Colgate Palmolive • $124K — $174K *
New York, NY 10025In-Person
Finance & Insurance
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • 8+ years of diversified financial experience, including direct P&L management experience.
  • Proficiency in SAP or equivalent ERP software.
  • Proficient in Google Suite or Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

  • Direct brand P&L management with annual budgeting and financial forecasting.
  • Analyze monthly performance against financial estimates to identify risks and opportunities.
  • Control day-to-day brand spending across trade payments, media, and promotions.
  • Evaluate price/volume sensitivity and COGS, building scenario models for market opportunities.
  • Act as a key financial advisor to cross-functional brand teams, challenging assumptions and aligning strategy.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Basic life insurance and disability coverage.
  • Paid parental leave and participation in 401(k) with company matching.
  • Minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days and 13 paid holidays annually.
  • Paid sick leave adjusted based on role and local laws.
Full Job Description
No Relocation Assistance Offered
Job Number #176149 - New York, New York, United States

As the Senior Manager, Finance - Oral Care, you will provide financial leadership and direction to drive brand health, profitability, and category growth across US performance. This role serves as the lead financial partner for the Toothbrush category, translating brand strategies into actionable financial plans and fact-based business insights. You will oversee brand P&L management, financial forecasting, and trade spend controls while assessing risk and opportunity scenarios for cross-functional partners. In this position, you will bridge financial analytics with strategic decision-making to optimize long-term category performance.

Responsibilities:
  • Direct brand P&L management by leading annual budgeting, financial forecasting, trade expenditure planning, and net present value (NPV) evaluations for new product launches.
  • Analyze monthly performance against financial estimates, identifying key business risks and opportunities to steer decision-making during month-end closing processes.
  • Control day-to-day brand spending across trade payments (gross-to-net), media, and consumer promotions to optimize budget allocation and commercial impact.
  • Evaluate price/volume sensitivity, cost of goods sold (COGS), and promotion performance, building "what-if" scenario models to capitalize on market opportunities.
  • Serve as a key financial advisor to cross-functional brand teams, effectively communicating business drivers, challenging assumptions, and aligning team strategy.

Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • 8+ years of diversified financial experience, including direct P&L management experience.
  • Systems proficiency in SAP or equivalent enterprise ERP software.
  • Proficiency in Google Suite (Sheets, Slides, Docs) or Microsoft Office Suite.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Master of Business Administration (MBA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification.
  • At least 3 years of financial experience within the Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) industry and U.S. Operations.
  • Strong understanding of trade spend management, gross-to-net accounting, and consumer promotion analytics.
  • Proven ability to communicate complex financial issues clearly, think creatively, and lead cross-functional collaboration.


Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range $124,000.00 - $174,000.00 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.

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About Colgate Palmolive

Colgate-Palmolive Company (Colgate) is a consumer products company whose products are marketed in over 200 countries and territories throughout the world. It operates in two segments: Oral, Personal and Home Care and Pet Nutrition. Oral Care business products include Colgate Total, Colgate Sensitive Pro-Relief, Colgate Max Fresh, Colgate Optic White, and Colgate Luminous White toothpastes, Colgate 360° manual toothbrushes and Colgate and Colgate Plax mouth rinses. Colgate's Oral Care business also includes dental floss and pharmaceutical products for dentists and oral health professionals. Its Personal Care products also include Palmolive, Softsoap and Sanex brand shower gels, Palmolive, Irish Spring, and Protex bar soaps and Speed Stick, Lady Speed Stick and Sanex deodorants and antiperspirants. It sells liquid hand soap under the Palmolive, Protex and Softsoap brands. Colgate, through its Hill's Pet Nutrition segment (Hill's), manufactures pet nutrition products for dogs and cats.

Colgate-Palmolive Careers

Join the vibrant team at Colgate-Palmolive, a global leader in oral care, personal care, and pet nutrition, where innovation, leadership, and care converge to create outstanding job opportunities. At Colgate-Palmolive, we are committed to offering more than just employment; we are dedicated to providing a platform where careers flourish and talents shine.

Work You’ll Do

At Colgate-Palmolive, every position is a chance to enhance global health and well-being. Whether you're involved in product development, marketing, finance, or technology, you'll contribute to projects that touch lives worldwide. Our team's diversity and commitment to inclusive leadership help foster an environment where new ideas and perspectives lead to dynamic solutions.

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Join a company renowned for innovation and set your career on a trajectory of growth and discovery. Colgate-Palmolive is the perfect place to challenge your skills and expand your horizons. Here, innovation isn't just another buzzword—it's a practical part of how we approach solutions and processes to improve the lives of our consumers.

Be Part of a Great Team

Our culture is all about collaboration and teamwork. At Colgate-Palmolive, you’ll work alongside professionals who are leaders in their fields, united by a common goal to make every day better for people around the globe. Our team is supported by robust diversity training programs that enhance understanding and drive innovation.

Future-Proof Your Career

With a multitude of career paths and job opportunities at all levels, Colgate-Palmolive empowers you to tailor your career journey. From internships to leadership roles, every career stage at Colgate-Palmolive is supported by extensive training and professional development opportunities, ensuring that your career aspirations have no limits.

Explore Job Opportunities and Internships

Whether you're a seasoned professional or a recent graduate, Colgate-Palmolive offers a range of opportunities. Explore positions that match your skills and interests through our job portal. We are continuously hiring and looking for curious, creative, and driven individuals to join our team.

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At Colgate-Palmolive, career growth is complemented by opportunities for networking and professional development. Engage with leaders and peers at all levels and take advantage of our comprehensive benefits and programs designed to enhance your life both inside and outside of work.

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Ready to join us? Polish your resume, prepare for your interview, and show us why you are a perfect fit for our team. At Colgate-Palmolive, we value a straightforward and insightful interview process that seeks out individuals eager to contribute and grow.

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Learn more about Colgate Palmolive
Size
33,800 employees
Market Cap
$66.6 billion
Industry
Food & Beverages
Net Income
$2.6 billion
Founded
1806
5 Year Trend
+2.8%
Revenue
$16.4 billion
NASDAQ
CL
* Ladders Estimates

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