No Relocation Assistance Offered
Job Number #167686 - Surrey, England, United Kingdom
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.
Report to: Senior Commercial Finance Manager
Duration: 12 months
Location: Woking, Surrey
Why Work For Colgate Palmolive:
- The learning & development opportunities: You will refine your commercial mind-set and continue to learn new skills working closely with a cross-functional team giving you exposure to all local market departments.
- The challenge & variety: You will operate in a fast paced operational environment, directly impacting the day-to-day performance of the business, with personal accountability for your business.
- The global experience: You will have the opportunity to work with global brands, participate in global strategies with potential to develop your career internationally.
- The Colgate Values: We are Caring, We are Courageous, and We are Inclusive are integral to how we operate everyday
Job Purpose
Join our vibrant Commercial Finance team and play a pivotal role in strengthening the bridge between our commercial and financial operations. In this position, you won't just be working with numbers; you'll be a key partner to our Customer Development team, providing the crucial analysis and support that drives smart business decisions. If you're a proactive problem-solver with a passion for data and collaboration, this is an excellent opportunity to make a tangible impact and grow your career.
What You Will Achieve
- Drive Financial Integrity: Act as the key liaison between our Customer Development teams and our Colgate Business Service (CBS) centre. You will take ownership of the deductions management process for key customer accounts, investigating queries and driving them to a swift resolution.
- Collaborate for Success: Proactively participate in Accounts Receivable (AR) clinics, bringing your analytical insights to the table to improve processes and achieve team KPIs.
- Deliver Actionable Insights: Provide sharp, insightful analysis to the Commercial Development Finance team, influencing pricing strategies and supporting key internal controls.
- Enhance Your Skills: Embrace a variety of ad-hoc projects and analytical tasks that will challenge you and expand your understanding of our commercial finance landscape.
Who you are:
We are looking for someone with a passion for finance and a drive to collaborate. Your skills and experience are more important than a specific job title.
- A keen eye for detail and a structured, organised approach to managing multiple priorities.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data and understand its commercial impact.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a talent for building effective relationships with people across different teams.
- A proactive mindset with a drive to take initiative, solve problems, and continuously improve processes.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is essential for success in this role.
- Experience in SAP systems.
- A professional or academic background in Finance, Commerce, Statistics, or a related field (this is a plus, not a requirement).
- Previous work in an Accounts Receivable or commercial finance environment.
What You Will Love Working With Us
- Manage Key Relationships: Gain significant experience in stakeholder management by working with teams across the entire business.
- Make a Real Impact: See your analysis directly influence commercial decisions and contribute to resolving key financial challenges.
- Develop Your Expertise: Deepen your understanding of commercial finance in a dynamic, supportive environment with clear pathways for growth.
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.
