Tessenderlo Kerley, Inc., is a company of diverse businesses unified by shared values and vision. We serve the agriculture, mining, industrial and water reclamation markets with a broad range of products and technologies, worldwide. Serving these customers well is a passion and a commitment-one which the people of TKI find rewarding, empowering and meaningful.

If you want the work you do to make a positive impact on the world in which we live, working alongside innovative, quality-focused people of vision, then TKI is the right place for you.

Come work for Tessenderlo Kerley, Inc. a dynamic company with a bright future. Play an important role as an Accounting Manager.  You will report directly to the CFO and lead by example a team of twelve.  Your responsibilities will include the ability to lead a diverse team while supporting their professional development and managing all aspects of the Accounting Department.

The ideal candidate will have at least 3 to 5 years of auditing experience with one of the Big Four Accounting firms with 2 to 5 years managing a team in a manufacturing environment.  He/She will be judicious, a hard worker but can make time to have fun and enjoy good humor.    

If you are accustomed to working in a demanding environment while managing multiple demands, have solid accounting skills, a keen interest in leading a team, and a demonstrated track record of cultivating meaningful partnerships while managing competing deadlines, I encourage you to learn more and explore what Tessenderlo Kerley, Inc. can offer you.

What you will do:

• Manage all aspects of the Accounting department, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Ledger, Costing, Consolidation (Both TKI and TUSA), Credit and Collections
• Lead the Accounting team in the execution of all duties
• Hire, train and retain competent accounting staff
• Manage TKI cash forecasting, including the timing of capex expenditures
• Organize and facilitate intercompany lending/borrowing, including recommendations on best practices and processes
• Manage the Treasury function, including working with TG Corporate office on treasury and cash issues and miscellaneous other treasury functions
• Plan and authorize expenditures in accordance with TKI authority guidelines
• Make appropriate currency hedging calls in line with Group Treasury requests and discussions
• Manage TKI receivables and use and advise on a range of credit tools to minimize bad debts
• Prepare and manage the accurate and timely preparation of monthly consolidated financial results
• Primary interface with the external auditors and coordinate the mid-year review and year-end audits. Ensure TKI accounting practices meet audit requirements
• Create and implement TKI financial policies and practices in line with best practices and consistent with TG practices
• Devise, administer and enforce TKI accounting and TG policies and procedures
• Collaborate with other department leaders to prepare and analyze critical business opportunities
• Research, document and implement appropriate technical accounting guidance to ensure proper accounting and reporting
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications and participating in professional societies
• Protect operations by keeping financial information and plans confidential
• Other assignments as requested by CFO

What you need to know:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting. Active CPA license considered a plus.
• 10 years of accounting experience
• 3-5 plus years of experience as an Accounting Manager or equivalent in an organization with revenues > $500m
• SAP knowledge of FICO tools and the interface with other ERP modules
• Knowledge of HFM reporting tool considered a plus.
• Consolidation Accounting
• Credit Management experience is considered essential
• Treasury Management experience is considered essential
• Deep knowledge of US GAAP and IFRS standards is critical
• Ability to supervise and work in a team environment
• Ability to multi-task, work independently, meet deadlines and achieve stated goals

Key Relations:

• Tessenderlo Group (TG) Finance, Treasury and Internal Audit
• Senior Leadership
• Audit practices
• BU Commercial Leaders and teams
• Other Shared Service functions e.g. Finance, Tax, HR and Sourcing

Key Metrics Areas:

• TKI Revenues > $500m
• Total cash management including bad debts, days sales outstanding and timely payables
• Closing monthly, quarterly and annual accounts and related financial statements

Why join TKI:

• Work/life balance
• Fun and rewarding environment
• Learning, development and team work
• Community involvement/outreach
• Challenging and meaningful work

Benefits & Rewards:

• Medical-Dental-Vision-Prescription (low employee premiums!)
• 401k Plan with dollar for dollar matching, up to the first 5% of employee contribution
• 401k Company Retirement Contribution at year-end, equal up to 4% of annual base salary
• Short-Term Incentive awards based on measured performance criteria
• Life Insurance – 2x Annual Base Salary
• Paid vacation & sick time & 10 paid holidays per year
• Tuition Reimbursement- up to $5,000 per calendar year- Non Taxable
• Childbearing & Parental Leave
• Adoption Assistance-up to $7,500 in reimbursement assistance
• Business Travel Life & Accident Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Telemedicine program - for you and your dependents
• Long-Term Disability insurance
• Company referral program