Commercial Finance Business Partner

No Relocation Assistance Offered Job Number #169186 - Milano, Lombardia, Italy **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. Within the Financial Department of Laboratoires Filorga Cosmetiques in Milan, the Commercial Finance Business partner contributes to guide the italian subsidiary strategic approach on financial processes: planning, reporting, business investments ROI. You will act as a key contact for business partners and management regarding risk assessment, and be a driving force in the implementation of new tools and processes. You will also be deeply involved in internal control processes SOX and will provide support during audits. This position is reporting to the Filorga Finance Director, and is based in Milan. **MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES**: - Play a key role in driving the budget & planning process and actively participate in the monthly commercial forecasting process, based on ATLAS tool by supporting CD leads to estimate Volume, Net Sales, Gross to Net, Margin and A&P investments, and constantly track the achievement of the forecast; - Be accountable for variance analysis between forecast and actuals and deliver reporting and commentary highlighting both qualitative and quantitative drivers of performance and risks and opportunities in: Sales Growth, Margin, A&P Investment, Brand and Channel P&Ls; - Guarantee the level of provisions for commercial & A&P investments and the correct accounting allocation of the investments; - Contribute to the NVOs (fixed costs) control processes spends and support month-end analysis and forecast of the NVOs; - Actively participate in the monthly closing of accounts and quarterly reporting to the group, and in the explanation of landings & deviations for the assigned P&L; - Collect and analyze data, prepare monthly reporting and share the results with your business partners (monthly meetings) and management; - Set up a process to evaluate investment profitability and provide guidance and/or recommendations in partnership with the business leaders; - Participate in the pricing process; - Manage the Digital reporting for the Group; - Drive the usage of CP tools & AI. SKILLS/COMPETENCIES: - Team player with interpersonal skills; - Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written); - Accuracy and attention to detail; - Time management and organization; - Ambition and proactivity; - Sound accounting skills (balance sheet reconciliations and preparation of financial statements). **REQUIREMENTS**: - Higher education in finance/management - Significant and successful minimum 3Y experience acquired at an industry company - Italian and English proficiency - High proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Google Business Apps - Knowledge of SAP is preferred, as well as experience in the Luxury/Cosmetics industry VISA NOT SPONSORED **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. LI-Hybrid