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Tax Reporting Analyst
Who are we? Customer-focused experts. Entrepreneurial thinkers. Creative collaborators. Headquartered in the United States, Sensient Technologies Corporation is a leading manufacturer of colors, flavors, and extracts. Our finance teams help to prepare our future by delivering data with an eye for detail and a hunger to take financial ownership for the businesses they serve.
Who are you? A meticulous thinker and team player with a passion for numbers. Working in our Finance teams will bring you new opportunities to deliver your best and grow your skills.
Who is Sensient Finance? We are a department in which opportunity meets results in a dynamic reporting structure. We believe in empowering our team members to make meaningful contributions from day one. We are innovative, diligent, and proactive thinkers who help shape the financial health of the organization. In our teams, your ideas are not only heard but also swiftly implemented, allowing you to see the direct impact of your work. We support and foster professional growth to shape your career.
success profile
We are looking for new Finance team members who are:
- Driven to win
- Technical proficiency
- Accountable
- Strong communicators
- Analytical skills
- Attentive and responsive
Your journey
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cultural points
The Sensient Six are the core values that drive us in our mission.
- Entrepreneurial
- Customer focused
- Develop self and others
- Collaborative
- Results driven
- Know your job

Since starting at Sensient, the opportunities for growth have felt endless. From day one, my career development has been supported by a team that is passionate in helping each other succeed. I love being able to get exposure to the business in different ways and see how the functions tie together.
Tax Reporting Analyst
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 seeking a Tax Reporting Analyst who will bring their curiosity, attention to detail, and passion for numbers to a team where your work supports critical financial and compliance operations. This opportunity is ideal for someone early in their career who is ready to learn, grow, and make a meaningful impact in a collaborative environment.
This role is based at our headquarters and requires regular onsite presence to support team collaboration and access necessary systems.
What you’ll do:
- Prepare and support the filing of income tax returns across federal, state, and local jurisdictions, along with select international returns
- Assist in the preparation of quarterly and annual tax provisions, including related calculations and documentation
- Research federal and state tax issues and support internal decision-making with clear, concise analysis
- Contribute to tax audits by gathering requested information and evaluating proposed adjustments
- Review and reconcile fixed asset data to ensure proper tax classifications and reporting
- Support the ongoing improvement of systems and processes related to tax compliance
- Collaborate with Treasury and Accounting teams on additional compliance-related tasks as needed
What you’ll bring:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Finance preferred
- An ability to work independently, organize tasks effectively, prioritize and meet deadlines
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a willingness to ask questions
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications, specifically Excel.
- Previous exposure to tax or accounting systems is helpful but not required
- A thoughtful and methodical approach to documentation and reporting
- Experience with software such as Sage, Corptax, or JDE preferred.
What you’ll get:
- A foundational role that offers real-world experience and mentorship in corporate tax
- A collaborative team environment that values curiosity and continuous improvement
- Onsite work that promotes teamwork, training, and professional development
- A supportive company culture with long-term career growth potential
- Competitive compensation and benefits package
About Sensient Technologies Corporation:
Sensient Technologies Corporation is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of colors, flavors, and fragrances. Sensient employs advanced technologies at facilities around the world to develop specialty food and beverage systems, cosmetic and pharmaceutical systems, inkjet and specialty inks and colors, and other specialty and fine chemicals. The Company's customers include major international manufacturers representing most of the world's best-known brands.
SPONSORSHP: 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 at 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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