Accountant

Sensient • Hoffman Estates, IL

17h • Onsite

About The Position

At Sensient Technologies, a leading global manufacturer and marketer of colors, flavors, and extracts, we are seeking an Accountant to join our Share Services Finance department in Hoffman Estates, Illinois. This position reports to an Accounting Manager and will be instrumental in assisting with the oversight of company operating capital budgets, forecasting, capital planning, Fixed Asset data management, and various ad hoc financial analyses. The Accountant plays an integral role in supporting the control of capital investments for the company across different groups.

Requirements

• 2+ years of relevant experience in areas such as financial reporting, forecasting, and analysis
• Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to professionally interact across all levels of management
• Strong business acumen with the ability to quickly understand and drive multiple initiatives to create work efficiencies
• Quality leadership and confidence to create a roadmap and guidance for each Business Unit
• Good working understanding of and experience with Microsoft Excel and JD Edwards (or equivalent ERP software)

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

Responsibilities

• Record fixed asset acquisitions and dispositions
• Monitor CIP expenditures for fixed assets in comparison to the capital budget and management authorizations
• Track the compilation of project costs & project closures, into fixed asset accounts, and close out those accounts once the related projects have been completed
• Complete various month end activities including journal entries and account reconciliations
• Create and monitor a system of controls, procedures, and forms for the recording of Fixed Assets

Benefits

• A role that offers variety and the chance to make a visible impact every day
• Opportunity to collaborate with your colleagues, onsite 5 days per week
• An excellent salary, benefit offering and development opportunities
• A comprehensive and competitive benefits program to support the holistic well-being of our employees and their families

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees