Senior Accountant

As a global key player in yeasts and fermentation, Lesaffre designs, manufactures and markets innovative solutions for Baking, Food taste & pleasure, Health care and Biotechnology.

Family group born in northern France in 1853, now a multi-national and a multicultural company, Lesaffre is committed to working with confidence to better nourish and protect the planet.
In close collaboration with its clients and partners, Lesaffre employs 11 000 people in more than 50 countries.

Lesaffre achieves a turnover of 3 billion euros.

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, you will be responsible for maintaining and controlling the company’s accounts, and ensuring the accuracy of financial data. You will manage accounting operations, accounts payable and receivable, as well as the preparation of tax filings and financial reports.

Your missions will be:

Accounting and financial management

• Recording accounting transactions in accordance with internal policies and applicable accounting standards
• Processing journal entries to ensure all business transactions are recorded
• Posting fixed assets entries by capitalizing new assets and disposals
• Ensuring the match between bank statements and reconciliation activities
• Posting accruals & prepaid entries on monthly basis
• Managing ledger accounts and petty cash
• Assist in the processing of balance sheets, income statements and other financial statements according to legal and company accounting and financial guidelines

Accounts payable and receivable management

• Managing accounting entries related to receivables
• Preparing the aging report and following up the overdue
• Ensuring reconciliation between accounts receivable and accounts payable
• Recording accounts payable entries using purchase orders and ensuring that tripartite agreements are validated.

Operational Support and Continuous Improvement

• Reviewing expenses and preparing monthly reports
• Assisting in the preparation of monthly/yearly closing
• Responding to specific reporting requests
• Participating in the preparation of external audits

You have 5 to 7 years of experience as a Senior Accountant, with a strong background in accounts receivable, accounts payable, and general ledger management

You are highly proficient in using Excel and SAP software. Fluency in English, both spoken and written, is required for this role.

Technical skills:

• Proficiency in accounting principles and current tax regulations
• Strong knowledge of accounting software (advanced Excel, SAP)
• Basic knowledge of office tools (Word, PowerPoint)
• Financial analysis and report-writing skills
• Knowledge of audit procedures and internal controls
• Utilization of budgeting and treasury management tools

Soft skills:

• Rigorous and precise work ethic
• Responsiveness and ability to manage priorities
• Analytical and synthesis skills
• Fluent English

To join us is :

• Being part of an organization with human-centered values
• Sharing our mission of nourishing and protecting the planet
• Advancing your career in a diverse and rewarding work environment

At Lesaffre, diversity is a strength that enriches our culture and our teams. We are committed to offering you a work environment where you can thrive, regardless of your background, gender, age or abilities. We encourage all applications, as we believe that diverse perspectives strengthen our ability to innovate and meet the challenges of tomorrow.