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Industrial Trainee

Posted on Aug. 15, 2025

Mh, India
0 - 0 USD (yearly)

Internship

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.

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Chartered Accountant Industrial Trainee to join our dynamic our E-commerce Finance team. This internship offers a valuable opportunity to gain practical experience in a professional accounting environment, working alongside experienced Chartered Accountants. This is an exceptional opportunity for aspiring CAs to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced, high-growth industry, working closely with experienced professionals. The trainee will be instrumental in supporting our financial operations, with a particular focus on Accounts Receivables and general ledger reconciliation and analysis within the e-commerce landscape.

Responsibilities:

Account Receivable / Payables & Ledger Reconciliation and Analysis:
- Performing regular reconciliation of various general ledger accounts, with a focus on AR, AP.
- Investigating and resolving discrepancies identified during the reconciliation process.
- Analyzing ledger balances and transactions to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records.
- Assisting in the preparation of month-end and year-end closing activities.
- Supporting the finance team in ad-hoc financial analysis and reporting as required.
- Ensuring compliance with company policies and accounting standards.
Account Receivables Management:
- Assisting in the end-to-end management of accounts receivables, including invoicing, collections.
- Monitoring and analyzing outstanding receivables, identifying potential risks, and supporting collection efforts.
- Collaborating with sales, operations, and customer service teams to resolve invoicing discrepancies and payment issues.
- Preparing AR aging reports and providing insights into collection performance.
Assist in the preparation and analysis of financial statements.
Support audit processes, including internal and external audits.
Assist in the preparation of reports and presentations.
Collaborate with senior accountants and finance professionals on various projects.
Assist in maintaining organized financial documentation.

Requirements and Skills:

Currently pursuing or having completed the CA Intermediate level of the Chartered Accountancy program.
Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial regulations.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (advanced functions like VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables are a plus).
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Knowledge of accounting software like SAP is a plus.

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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