Who we are
Lesaffre is a key global player in the fermentation of microorganisms (yeasts and bacteria) for baking, taste, healthcare and industrial biotechnology. This story began more than 170 years ago in northern France, and, thanks to our pioneer spirit and our innovative approach, we are constantly developing.
Lesaffre's global presence includes 11,000 employees from 96 nationalities and a 3-billion euro turnover. We work with customers, partners and researchers to develop essential nutrients and bio actives that strengthen human health, optimize animal well-being and improve plant nutrition.
What we offer
- The opportunity to represent a passionate organization focused on innovation and sustainability
- A competitive 401K plan, affordable benefits starting on day 1 of employment, and 12 paid holidays
- The ability to utilize your experience and knowledge to make a real impact
- Opportunities for continuous growth within your role and across business units
What you bring to the table
As our Senior Staff Accountant, you will be a strategic financial partner, responsible for driving timely and accurate reporting for one or more business units. With your keen analytical skills, you will provide meaningful insights and analysis to support critical business decisions. Your expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and financial controls will ensure the integrity of the general ledger, allowing you to proactively identify and address potential issues. If you're ready to leverage your accounting prowess to make a real impact, we want to hear from you.
What you’ll do as a Senior Staff Accountant
- Financial Analysis:
- Analyze financial data to prepare reports, reconcile accounts, and make recommendations to management
- Provide meaningful analytics and insights to support business decisions
- Reporting:
- Manage month-end and year-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting
- Maintain financial data in the parent company's consolidation system
- Budgeting and Forecasting:
- Assist with budget and forecast preparation, analysis, and system integration
- Compliance and Control:
- Support annual audits by gathering documentation
- Additional Responsibilities:
- Propose process improvements and write ad-hoc reports
- Guide and mentor staff accountants
Required qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance
- 5 or more years of related experience
- Understanding of ERP systems
Preferred qualifications:
- CPA certification is a plus
- SAP experience is preferred
- Public accounting experience is preferred
Our Core Values: Passion, respect, trust, entrepreneurship, and humility
Lesaffre provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
