Cost Accounting Analyst

Colgate-Palmolive Company Guatemala, Guatemala

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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.

Information at a Glance

Job Title: Cost Accounting Analyst

Travel Required?: No Travel

Posting Start Date: 5/7/26

Hybrid

No Relocation Assistance Offered
Job Number #172836 - Guatemala, Guatemala, Guatemala

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.

Position: Cost Accounting Analyst

Location: Guatemala, GU, GTM

Role Summary

As a Supply Chain Finance Analyst, you will drive financial performance and control across supply chain operations, focusing on fixed assets, logistics costs, and material losses. You will play a strategic role in the New Product Introduction (NPI) process for Oral Care and Toothbrush plants by providing accurate costing estimations to support business growth.

Main Responsibilities

Fixed Assets & CapEx Management: Support end-to-end financial management of fixed assets and analyze Capital Expenditure (CapEx), tracking project spending versus budget and ensuring timely capitalization.
Logistics Cost Optimization: Monitor and analyze freight, warehousing, and distribution expenses to identify opportunities for cost optimization and efficiency improvements.
Material Loss Analysis: Manage financial tracking of material losses, collaborating with operations to identify root causes and monitor the impact of reduction initiatives.
NPI & Costing Support: Serve as the primary finance lead for the New Product Development (NPD) process, providing accurate cost estimations for Oral Care and Toothbrush categories.
Financial Planning & Analysis: Support annual budgeting and forecasting for supply chain expenses, providing detailed monthly variance analysis against budget and forecasts.
Strategic Collaboration: Partner with plant controllers and operational managers to ensure data integrity in cost accounting systems and drive a cost-conscious culture.

Required Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Auditing, Finance, or a related field.
Experience: 3+ years of experience in Finance.
Language: Advanced English proficiency (written and verbal) for international collaboration.
Technical Skills: Strong proficiency in SAP and Google/Microsoft tools (Advanced Excel/Sheets).

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.

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