Relocation Assistance Offered Within Country Job Number #166711 - Mumbai, Maharashtra, India 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.   About Colgate-Palmolive Do you want to come to work with a smile and leave with one as well? In between those smiles, your day consists of connecting with others across the world, full of stimulating discussions, and making impactful contributions! If this is how you see your career, Colgate is the place to be! Our diligent household brands, dedicated employees, and sustainability commitments make us a company passionate about building a future to smile about for our employees, consumers, and surrounding communities. We win as a global organization by continually learning and collaborating. The pride in our brand fuels a workplace that encourages creative thinking, champions experimentation, and promotes authenticity which has contributed to our enduring success. If you want to work for a company that lives by their values, then give your career a reason to smile...every single day.    In today's multifaceted Fin-Tech environment, it's an exciting time to be part of the Accounts Payable team at Colgate! Our Finance experts and innovative team is dedicated to driving growth for Colgate Palmolive in this constantly evolving landscape. What role will you play as a member of Colgate’s Accounts Payable team? We are seeking a skilled and experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the full accounts payable cycle and ensuring timely and accurate payment processing. Key responsibilities include overseeing invoice processing, managing vendor relationships, and maintaining compliance with financial policies and procedures. Additionally, proficiency in accounting software and skills in financial reporting would be highly beneficial. The Accounts Payable Specialist should be experienced in financial operations, vendor management, and implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy. The candidate should be comfortable in playing a lead role towards the evolution of financial processes across the global footprint. You are an Analyst -   Review, verify & post PO/NPO invoices (3rd Party/Inter-company) Understand and pass Goods in Transit and accrual entries at the time of periodic closing of books Maintain high efficiency and accuracy Perform vendor account reconciliation, resolve the differences and acquire sign offs Prepare MIS for meeting management requirements Prepare and Maintain SOX documentation    You connect the dots -   Ensure adequate controls over the process are maintained Analyze old vendor balances and clear issues arising thereof Review of debit balances in vendor accounts and resolution of the same Review of open Purchase Orders and highlight exceptions Review Payment proposal, duplicate invoice checking   You are a collaborator -   Review and timely resolution of all audit queries Initiate and participate in continuous improvement projects You are an innovator -   Address level 2 support related supplier/internal customer inquiries Generate, analyze and clearing the GRIR report What experience and knowledge will you bring?   Bachelor's Degree required Min 2+ year experience 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 complete this request form should you require accommodation. #LI-Hybrid