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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 Accounts Payable colleague to join our Finance team, full-time in our office in Illkirch, France, and help drive accuracy, efficiency, and collaboration across our accounting operations.
What you’ll do
Own the full Accounts Payable (AP) cycle, from invoice processing through payment runs, ensuring transactions are completed accurately and on time
Reconcile vendor accounts, investigate discrepancies, and maintain accurate financial records
Support month-end and year-end closing activities, including journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations
Partner with internal teams and external stakeholders to resolve accounting issues
Support internal and external audits alongside the Management Accountant and Financial Controller
What you’ll bring
Solid, hands-on experience in Accounts Payable and general accounting, with confidence navigating the full transaction cycle
Fluency in English, both written and spoken. Proficiency in French or German is an advantage in our multilingual environment
Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or JD Edwards, together with strong Excel skills and the ability to analyze and present financial data
Strong analytical and organizational skills, with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
Experience working in an international or multicultural environment, with a collaborative, proactive, and positive approach to teamwork
What you’ll get
An excellent salary, comprehensive benefits package, and real development opportunities to grow your career
A thorough and effective onboarding experience - and continued investment in your development beyond day one
The opportunity to collaborate daily with a talented, international team, working on-site for 5 days
A role with genuine impact, where your accuracy and expertise directly support the financial health of the business
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.
Skills Required
- Hands-on experience in accounts payable and general accounting
- Fluency in written and spoken English
- Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or JD Edwards
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills and ability to analyze and present financial data
- Strong analytical and organizational skills with excellent attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
- Experience working in an international or multicultural environment
- Proficiency in French or German
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
Sensient Technologies Insights
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
