# 162581 - Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Who We Are

Colgate-Palmolive Company is a caring, innovative growth company that is reimagining a healthier future for all people, their pets and our planet. Focused on Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care and Pet Nutrition, we sell our products in more than 200 countries and territories under brands such as Colgate, Palmolive, elmex, hello, meridol, Sorriso, Tom’s of Maine, EltaMD, Filorga, Irish Spring, PCA SKIN, Protex, Sanex, Softsoap, Speed Stick, Ajax, Axion, Fabuloso, Soupline and Suavitel, as well as Hill’s Pet Nutrition.

We are recognized for our leadership and innovation in promoting sustainability and community wellbeing, including our achievements in decreasing plastic waste and promoting recyclability, saving water, conserving natural resources and improving children’s oral health.

If you want to work for a company that lives by their values, then give your career a reason to smile and join our global team!

Are you ready to make an impact at the forefront of innovative eCommerce solutions? Join our dynamic Customer Development Team as a Finance Manager, specializing in eCommerce and Special Projects, and play a critical role in driving our financial success and strategic growth.

As a strategic business partner, you will power the eCommerce team by using your financial knowledge and skills to enhance profitability across Search, Bulk Buys, and ASIN Level funding. You will manage the P&L Gross to Net media and consumer promotion investment, review all available external data (Nielsen, POS, public domain), oversee the profitability of the Ecommerce customers, and provide financial analysis and recommendations in order to meet our objectives.

The ideal candidate is flexible and thrives in a fast-paced, constantly evolving business environment. You should have a strong understanding of the ecommerce financial business drivers and be able to translate business strategy into sound, actionable insights and financial plans.

What you will do:

Actively participate in account planning, business reviews, and Anniversary Vendor Negotiations (AVN)
Conduct financial modeling for new items, ECom Packs, and go-to-market strategies, providing strategic recommendations based on ROI analysis
Stay informed about competitive merchandising strategies, including pricing, promotions, and spending levels, to ensure alignment with corporate goals
Develop, communicate, and monitor financial KPIs to achieve projected ASP and Net Margin targets by brand and customer
Analyze monthly actuals vs. financial estimates, identifying risks and opportunities, and communicate findings to cross-functional teams
Lead the development, accuracy, and timeliness of the budget, LE, and P&L, and oversee the trade investment clearing process to ensure timely resolution of customer deductions

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
5+ years of relevant Accounting or Financial experience
Advanced analytical and technology skills (Excel, SAP, Google Workspace)
Ability to manage multiple activities and set priorities
Strong communication skills and the ability to clearly present financial information and issues
Proven ability to think creatively and have the initiative to generate ideas and improve results

Preferred Qualifications:

Commercial Finance experience
CPA or MBA

Our Commitment to Sustainability

With the Colgate brand in more homes than any other, we are presented with great opportunities and new challenges as we work to integrate sustainability into all aspects of our business and create positive social impact. We are determined to position ourselves for further growth as we act on our 2025 Sustainability & Social Impact Strategy.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Achieving our purpose starts with our people — ensuring our workforce represents the people and communities we serve —and creating an environment where our people feel they belong; where we can be our authentic selves, feel treated with respect and have the support of leadership to impact the business in a meaningful way.

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 contact Application_Accommodation@colpal.com with the subject "Accommodation Request" should you require accommodation.

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