Senior Cost Accountant

Sensient Technologies; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job description

At Sensient Technologies, we are experts in the science, art, and innovation of colour and flavour. We are market savvy and visionary. We are problem solvers. And we will be better with you.

Sensient Technologies has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Cost Accountant in our Flavors division located in our offices in Milton Keynes, UK. This is a temporary 12-month role with scope to become permanent depending on business needs.

What you’ll do:

• Serve as a key member of the Finance Costing and Manufacturing Team reporting to the EU Flavors Supply Chain Controller
• Be responsible for all aspects of manufacturing and supply chain accounting for UK Savory Flavors. This includes financial accounting for month end, budget and forecasting and management reportings
• You will be responsible for product costing and intercompany transfer pricing
• Ensure effective control and reporting of expenditure, inventory and fixed assets
• Work effectively with the Shared Service AP/AR, Financial Accounting and Management Accounting

What you’ll bring:

• You are educated to degree level, and an Accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) is desirable
• You bring 5-10 years of experience working in finance within a manufacturing environment
• You have a strong understanding of finance and manufacturing business, including ERP systems
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Experience using JD Edwards (preferred)

What you’ll get:

• Opportunity to collaborate with your colleagues, onsite 5 days per week in Milton Keynes, UK
• An excellent salary and benefit offering
• A thorough and effective training experience

About Sensient Flavors & Extracts

Sensient Flavors & Extracts Groupdevelops, manufactures, and distributes flavor and extracts systems that are found in thousands of consumer products worldwide.The company's specialty systems are essential components of food, beverage, household, and personal care products.Sensient's value-added flavors and fragrances enable our customers to excel in highly competitive global markets.The Flavors & Extracts Group is located in Hoffman Estates, Illinois.

ABOUT SENSIENT TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION:

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

As a dynamic and diversified global leader, we offer an excellent salary and comprehensive benefits package. For more information, visit our website athttp://www.sensient.com

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