Accountant

Sensient Technologies Corporation; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite 5 days per week

Onboarding training

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Sensient Technologies Corporation is seeking an Accountant to join our Milwaukee team. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to accurate financial reporting and process excellence in a dynamic, global environment.

You will support month-end close, intercompany and payroll processes, and assist with audits and quarterly reviews. Onsite 5 days per week with comprehensive benefits and training during onboarding.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent education.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience in JD Edwards or equivalent general ledger system.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Support month-end close activities, including journal entry preparation, management reporting, and account reconciliations.
• Process intercompany and payroll transactions.
• Collaborate with internal departments and global affiliates to answer accounting queries and maintain records.
• Support the quarterly financial statement review and year-end audit process, including preparing supporting documentation and financial statements/footnotes.
• Assist in special projects as needed.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

JD Edwards

Microsoft Office

Job description

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

We are looking for an Accountant to join our team in Milwaukee. This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic, global environment and contribute to accurate financial reporting and process excellence.

What You’ll Do

• Support month-end close activities, including journal entry preparation, management reporting, and account reconciliations
• Process intercompany and payroll transactions
• Collaborate with internal departments and global affiliates to answer accounting queries, resolve discrepancies, and maintain accurate records
• Support the financial statement quarterly review and year-end audit process, including preparing supporting documentation, responding to inquiries, and preparing financial statements/footnotes
• Assist in special projects, as needed

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, or equivalent education
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Experience in JD Edwards or equivalent general ledger system
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy, with the ability to manage multiple priorities

What You’ll Get

• A role that offers variety and the chance to make a visible impact every day
• A thorough and effective training experience during onboarding and beyond
• Opportunity to collaborate with your colleagues, onsite 5 days per week
• An excellent salary, benefit offering and development opportunities

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.

Salary compensation is based on several factors, which may include, but are not limited to, education, work experience, specialized training, and labor market conditions. In addition to salary, Sensient is proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits program to support the holistic well-being of our employees and their families.

SPONSORSHIP: Due to our inability to offer visa sponsorship, we can only consider candidates who are authorized to work in United States, without the need for employment visa sponsorship.

RELOCATION: We are unable to offer relocation assistance. The successful candidate will be expected to work in Milwaukee and must reside in area or be willing to commute.

Sensient is an Equal Opportunity Employer, headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA.