Accountant

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Milwaukee, WI, USA
In-Office
Entry level
Food
The Role
Supports month-end close, journal entries, management reporting, reconciliations, intercompany and payroll transactions, audit preparation, financial statement reviews, and accounting issue resolution. Collaborates with internal departments and global affiliates while maintaining accurate financial records and assisting with special projects.
Summary Generated by Built In

 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. 

THIRD PARTY AGENCY: Any unsolicited submissions received from recruitment agencies will be considered property of Sensient Technologies, and we will not be liable for any fees or obligations related to those submissions. 

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

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Skills Required

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

Sensient Technologies Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Sensient Technologies and has not been reviewed or approved by Sensient Technologies.

  • Fair & Transparent Compensation — Fair pay is frequently highlighted as aligning well with job responsibilities, and base compensation is often framed as competitive for the industry. The overall package is commonly characterized as good when considering pay together with benefits.
  • Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance are consistently described as comprehensive, with day-one eligibility and strong employer premium cost-sharing noted for U.S. salaried employees. Low premiums are repeatedly emphasized as a differentiator in the health offering.
  • Retirement Support — Retirement support is reinforced by a 401(k) match with immediate vesting and the presence of additional retirement vehicles such as an ESOP, with certain locations also referencing pension arrangements. This stack is presented as a meaningful component of total rewards beyond base salary.

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The Company
HQ: Milwaukee, WI
3,065 Employees

What We Do

We Bring Life to Products. Our name communicates what we do: Enhance SENSory experiences through specialized ingredIENTs, delivered through proprietary TECHNOLOGIES. Sensient Technologies Corporation is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of colors, flavors, essential oils and extracts. Sensient employs advanced technologies at facilities around the world to develop specialty food and beverage systems, cosmetic and pharmaceutical systems, colors, natural ingredients, and extracts. The Company’s customers include major international manufacturers representing most of the world’s best-known brands. Sensient has some 75 operational sites in 35 countries and customers in more than 150 countries worldwide. Learn more about how Sensient can help you discover your next color, flavor and specialty solutions at www.sensient.com

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