Senior Accountant

Sensient Technologies; Geesthacht; Vor Ort; EUR 50.000 - 70.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A global manufacturer and marketer of colors and flavors is seeking a Senior Accountant to join their team in Geesthacht, Germany. You will manage Accounts Payable and Receivable processes, support month-end close activities, and prepare financial statements. The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree in accounting, 3–5 years of relevant experience, and fluency in both German and English. Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Excel is crucial for this role.

Qualifikationen

• 3–5 years of hands-on accounting experience covering AP, AR, and general accounting responsibilities.
• Experience in an international or multicultural environment preferred.

Aufgaben

• Manage the full cycle of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes.
• Reconcile vendor and customer accounts, resolving discrepancies.
• Support month-end and year-end close activities.
• Maintain and update the general ledger.
• Prepare financial statements and analysis as needed.
• Monitor and manage cash flow.
• Collaborate with internal departments and external stakeholders.
• Assist with audits and provide supporting documentation.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives.

Kenntnisse

Accounting experience

Fluency in German

Fluency in English

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

ERP systems (e.g., JD Edwards, Oracle, SAP)

Microsoft Excel

Jobbeschreibung

We are looking for a Senior Accountant to join our team in Geesthacht, Germany. The position also provides support to additional Sensient locations.

What you’ll do:

• Manage the full cycle of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes, including invoice processing, payment runs, customer billing, and cash applications.
• Reconcile vendor and customer accounts, resolving discrepancies and maintaining accurate records.
• Support month-end and year-end close activities, including journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations.
• Maintain and update the general ledger in accordance with accounting standards and internal policies.
• Prepare financial statements, and analysis as needed by management.
• Monitor and manage cash flow, ensuring timely collection and payment processing.
• Collaborate with internal departments and external stakeholders to resolve accounting and billing queries.
• Assist with audits, provide supporting documentation and responding to inquiries.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and financial controls.
• Demonstrated strong communication skills when working with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to resolve billing and payment inquiries.

What you’ll bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum 3–5 years of hands‑on accounting experience covering AP, AR, and general accounting responsibilities.
• Fluency in German and English (written and spoken) required; French is an asset.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., JD Edwards, Oracle, SAP) and Microsoft Excel is must.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Experience in an international or multicultural environment preferred.

About Sensient:

Sensient Technologies Corporation is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of colors, flavors, and extracts. Sensient employs advanced technologies at facilities around the world to develop specialty food and beverage systems, cosmetic and pharmaceutical systems, specialty colors, and other specialty and fine chemicals. The Company's customers include major international manufacturers representing most of the world's best‑known brands.

About Sensient Colors:

Sensient Colors is a leading developer, producer, and supplier of natural and synthetic color systems for customers around the globe. The Company's high‑performance products play a vital role in the manufacture of foods and beverages, cosmetic and pharmaceutical colors and coatings, and colors for agricultural uses, household cleaners and paper products.