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Colgate-Palmolive Senior Business Analyst, Finance in Dublin, Ireland
No Relocation Assistance Offered
# 159523 - Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
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!
Based in Citywest, Dublin, as part of the Global IT organisation for Colgate, the successful applicant will be a key part of the European team responsible for delivering SAP based Finance solutions across the Europe Africa EurAsia regions.
The work is fast paced, leading edge and relies on great collaboration between all team members ( IT and business partners).We are seeking a person who will feel comfortable managing strategic projects, liaising with business users, and driving and managing change.
Scope of responsibility:
The successful candidate will be part of a global team that is helping to shape Colgate-Palmolive Systems to meet
Finance needs of the future. Helping Business functions to streamline and improve business processes.
Specific responsibilities will include:
● Participating in projects by managing and/or performing the design, configuration and testing application in SAP
systems in line with agreed timeframes, business requirements and global standards.
● Lead projects by managing scope, timelines, planning, communication, prioritising changes, working with a
team to deliver agreed business requirements.
● Managing stakeholder relationships and expectations by developing a communication process to keep others
up-to-date on project results.
● Adding real value to the Finance function by assisting to maximise utilisation of the implemented SAP solutions.
● Acting as a regional or global expert for complex business processes within the Finance function.
Person Specifications:
● A team player with excellent attention to detail.
● Ability to work on own initiative
● Excellent Communication and Fluent in English
● Degree in a Financial discipline preferable. (Computer Science or equivalent is also acceptable).
● 4+ Years SAP FICO experience. .Experience in S/4 Hana is an advantage.
● Proficient Business Process Knowledge in Finance areas and integration with other modules
● Strong technical knowledge and expertise in SAP Finance modules (configuration and end to end project
implementation ) with strong problem solving skills
● Strong requirements gathering skills and scoping as per SAP best practices
● An interest in developing new Technology Skills such as Analytics, SaaS, Automation etc.
● Proven ability to manage the delivery of Finance solutions:
● Developing project plans.
● Managing cross-functional project teams.
● Liaising with business users.
● Experience of working in global or with remote teams would also be an advantage
● A positive attitude and willingness to become part of a team is imperative
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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