Audit Senior
SENIOR AUDITOR
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.
Are you an ambitious finance or accounting professional seeking a rewarding career move?
Do you aspire to work in financial leadership roles and explore exciting international destinations?
If you're ready for a dynamic, growth-focused career path, Sensient Technologies has the perfect opportunity for you!
As a Senior Auditoryou will be trained and mentored by experienced, dedicated professionals who will help you further build your skills in a multinational environment. Sensient views the Senior Auditor as a steppingstone to key financial roles in its businesses and, with demonstrated success, to positions of leadership.
In between the audits scheduled throughout the year, you will be working in-office in our Milwaukee location. Audits require domestic and international travel approximately 35-40% of the time.
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What you’ll do
- You will embark on pre-scheduled site visits and special projects in locations around the world, from California to Paris, Turkey, Brazil, Thailand, and New Zealand.
- Conduct audits of Sensient’s operating locations across the globe through risk assessments, planning, and fieldwork.
- On site, you will:
- Test and document control design and operational effectiveness
- Evaluate control deficiencies for potential impact.
- Perform root cause analysis to determine appropriate management remediation actions in accordance with Company policies and standards.
- Once you return from your audits, you will:
- Communicate your findings and recommendations for improvement.
- Identify new practices which can be leveraged to better Sensient’s procedures.
- Perform special projects as needed to advise on the design and implementation of new policies, processes, and systems that will improve governance, risk management, and control processes.
- Contribute to departmental initiatives that enable compliance with IIA standards and advance capabilities.
What you’ll bring
- Ideally 3+ years of audit experience preferably with international exposure. A bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, CPA a plus but not required.
- Integrity and professionalism to drive results the right way.
- Thorough knowledge and experience with US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP), corporate accounting processes, revenue recognition, financial reporting, and internal control assessments.
- Well-rounded business acumen with critical thinking skills and curiosity to learn.
- Experience with data analysis skills, process improvement, and a collaborative mindset to drive positive change.
- A results driven attitude and strong demonstration of time management skills.
What you’ll get
- Predictable hours clearly communicated travel, and fantastic benefits.
- An excellent salary, benefit offering and development opportunities.
- Domestic and international travel within a global organization.
- Opportunity to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with a company well positioned for growth.
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.
The salary range for this position is $95,000-$115,000. Pay within the range 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.
SPONSORSHP: Due to our inability to offer visa sponsorship, we can only consider candidates who are authorized to work in the United States without the need for employment visa sponsorship.
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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