CONTROLLER – Food Colors LATAM

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 a financial professional with a hunger to take ownership of our Food Colors LATAM business and to make a true difference. Being a self-directed leader, you will learn and get involved in all aspects of the business and find ways to improve financial performance. 

Located in our offices in Lerma, MX, you will report to the Food Colors LATAM General Manager and lead the Accounting, Financial Reporting, Internal Control and Business Planning of the BU.

What you’ll do:

Ensure the integrity/accuracy of the entity books and compliance with the general accounting principles under US GAAP, timely completing the month end financialsProvide effective financial and business analysis to support decision making Drive profitability by designing cost reduction plans and supporting commercial activitiesManage and enhance internal controls to ensure compliance with corporate standards Optimize financial processes within the organizationLead, coach and develop the Finance team o f2 people

What you’ll bring:

Proven experience in budgeting, month-end reporting and inventory valuation to seamlessly run budgets and avoid compliance issuesYour pro-active forecasting skills, customer-oriented approach and can-do attitude allow your GM to focus on driving the overall success of the BUA mindset focused on continuous improvement and risk management, elevating the value of the finance departmentExperience in a manufacturing environment is strongly desired to be able to understand our product costing modelsProficiency in data analysis will help you drive informed business decisionsCPA is advantageous

What you’ll get:

Developing our internal talent is a key pillar of our culture, so we offer career opportunities around the world with attractive packages and fantastic growth opportunitiesThe chance to be a key contributor in the decision making process in a fast-paced, collaborative environmentBelong to a sustainableand profitableorganizationA flat organization which gives you the exposure to take your career to the next level

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.

About Sensient Colors:

Sensient Colors is a leading developer, producer, and supplier of natural and synthetic color systems for customers around the globe. The Company's high-performance products play a vital role in the manufacture of foods and beverages, cosmetic and pharmaceutical colors and coatings, and colors for agricultural uses, household cleaners and paper products. 

SPONSORSHIP: Due to our inability to offer visa sponsorship, we can only consider candidates who are authorized to work in Mexico without the need for employment visa sponsorship. RELOCATION: We are unable to offer relocation assistance. The successful candidate will be expected to work at Lerma, MX 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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