Title: VP, Federal & Intl Tax Report

Location: New York, NY, US

Department: Finance

Job Description:

No Relocation Assistance Offered
Job Number #172173 - New York, New York, United States

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.
 

Role Overview

The VP, Federal & International Tax Reporting provides strategic leadership and oversight of key compliance aspects of the global tax function, including federal tax accounting, coordination with the international tax compliance team and long-term tax forecasting. This executive role is responsible for ensuring seamless, timely, and accurate tax reporting in accordance with U.S. tax law and SEC requirements. The VP will lead a multi-disciplinary team to implement automated solutions, interpret complex tax legislation, and model the impacts of global tax planning strategies.

 

Key Responsibilities

Global Tax Compliance & Reporting

• Executive Oversight: Direct all aspects of federal tax compliance, liaise with our outsourcing partner on international tax compliance, and forecasting, ensuring adherence to U.S. tax reporting requirements.

• International Technical Review: Provide final accountability for consolidated calculations regarding Foreign Branches, Subpart F, GILTI, FDII, and Foreign Tax Credits (FTC).

• Federal & SEC Reporting: Oversee the preparation of current and deferred income tax provisions under ASC 740 and review annual tax footnote disclosures for SEC filings.

• Statutory Filings: Ensure the accurate preparation and review of domestic and international tax forms (as prepared by our outsourcing partner), including Forms 1120, 1118, 5471, 8858, 8865, 8992, and 8993.

• Audit & Controversy: Liaise with external auditors and lead the tax team in supporting tax provisions, balance sheet transactions, and domestic return-to-provision variances.

Strategic Planning & Analysis

• Tax Modeling: Work with Senior Tax Leaders to model and present the impact of proposed tax legislation, rulings, and planning ideas.

• Cash Management: In coordination with Treasury, manage global cash remittances, monitor dividend levels, and track previously taxed earnings and profits (PTEP).

• Variance Analysis: Identify and communicate key drivers of variances in tax costs related to business developments and foreign currency fluctuations.

Tax Technology & Innovation

• Digital Transformation: Lead the strategy for automating tax processes through the utilization of Alteryx and ONESOURCE technologies.

• Process Improvement: Drive change and innovation by implementing automated solutions for data standardization and analysis, collaborating with shared business service centers.

Leadership & Collaborative Partnership

• Team Development: Lead and mentor a high-performing team  guiding them in complex technical analysis and professional growth.

• Cross-Functional Engagement: Educate and partner with finance, treasury, and local business units to foster strong relationships and ensure timely data submissions.

 

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required. 

• Experience:  Minimum of 20+ years of experience in Federal Tax compliance and accounting with a strong working knowledge of international taxation.

  • Significant experience in a Big Four public accounting firm
     

• Technical Expertise:  In-depth knowledge of ASC 740, U.S. corporate taxation, working knowledge of Subpart F, GILTI, FDII, Section 965, and Section 861 expense allocation.

  • Advanced ability to interpret the IRC and Treasury Regulations.
     

• Software Proficiency: Proven ability to manage automated processes using Alteryx and ONESOURCE.

• Travel: Readiness to travel approximately 10% as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Taxation or Accounting

• CPA license

Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range $270,000.00 - $300,000.00 USD

Pay is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, profit-sharing, and long-term incentives for Executive-level roles.

Benefits: Salaried employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, and participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements. Additional benefits include a minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days (hourly employees receive a minimum of 120 hours) and 13 paid holidays (vacation days are prorated based on the employee's hire date within the calendar year). Paid sick leave is adjusted based on role and location in accordance with local laws. Detailed information regarding paid sick leave entitlements will be provided to employees upon hiring and may be subject to adjustments based on changes in legislation or company policies.

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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