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Overview

Kemin is seeking a Senior Accounting Manager to support our Kemin Biologics global team. This position has the responsibility of ensuring that the department is in compliance with U.S. GAAP, local GAAP and worldwide reporting as well as the Kemin Worldwide Accounting Manual. This person will review and handle any issues or concerns before financials are presented to the Associate Director. This position will also review internal control audits and proactively research issues and accounting topics that may have a material impact on Kemin’s future performance.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelors degree in Accounting, extensive Microsoft Excel abilities, and strong communication skills.

Join the Kemin Team and Transform Lives!

We are a privately held, family-owned-and-operated global biotechnology company driven by curiosity and committed to transforming the quality of life for people, pets, and the planet.

We create solutions that strengthen health and wellbeing, provide nutrition and immune support for pets and production animals, safeguard the planet’s natural resources, and protect the global food supply chain for generations to come.

We supply over 500 specialty ingredients for various industries, including human and animal health and nutrition, pet food, aquaculture, nutraceutical, food technologies, crop technologies, textiles, biofuels, and animal vaccines.

We employ 3,500 global employees and operations in 90 countries, including manufacturing facilities in Belgium, Brazil, China, Egypt, India, Italy, San Marino, Singapore, South Africa, and the United States.

As a valued member of our team, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your financial, physical, and professional well-being:

+ Competitive Financial Package : Enjoy a rewarding salary, uncapped bonus opportunities, a 401k match program, and generous paid vacation and holidays.

+ Health and Wellness Support : Stay fit and healthy with our fitness reimbursement for the whole family, access to an on-site fitness center, a restaurant offering seasonal fresh food options, and free fresh fruit in break areas.

+ Career Development and Advancement : Unlock your potential with opportunities for growth and development throughout your entire career.

+ Continued Learning Opportunities : Grow your skills with our in-house learning platforms, offering thousands of training resources both live and online, and take advantage of tuition reimbursement for external post-secondary pursuits.

+ Service Opportunities : Make a positive impact with paid time off for service, partnerships with The World Food Programme and Habitat for Humanity, and local community initiatives.

Responsibilities

+ Ensure compliance for US GAAP, local GAAP and the Worldwide Accounting manual.

+ Handle all issues for month end close, ensuring financials are sent on time and accurately.

+ Handle complex issues and present to Finance Directors as needed, with potential solutions.

+ Ensure compliance with all internal controls.

+ Work with external auditors on requests.

+ Manage the annual budget process.

+ Proactively conduct and present analysis on a monthly basis.

+ Assist with banking requirements.

+ Ability to develop and conduct simulations in conjunction with other departments.

+ Maintain trending analysis and provide insights to senior leaders.

+ Proactive analysis of manufacturing and cost improvements with the ability to provide in depth analysis.

+ Knowledge of accounting principles, company, state, and federal regulations, policies, and procedures as they relate to financial statements.

+ Ability to manage and develop employees.

+ Ability to provide research on financial accounting.

+ May work with other departments and external contacts such as banking personnel, tax preparers, and auditors.

+ Implement financial process improvements annually.

Qualifications

+ Education and Experience:

+ + Bachelors degree in Finance or Accounting with 10+ years of experience working in a finance or accounting role OR

+ Masters degree or CPA with 8-10 years experience working in a finance or accounting role.

+ Extensive knowledge of accounting principles.

+ Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, Word, and PowerPoint software.

+ Strong written and oral communication skills.

+ Strong analytical abilities and reasonings.

+ Ability to resolve complex issues regarding transactions.

+ Ability to see and read numbers.

+ Training and developing employees.

Kemin is an equal opportunity employer, and all reasonable accommodation will be considered.

A post-offer background check and drug screen is required . Additional pre-employment requirements may be necessary based on position .

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LocationUS-IA-Des Moines

Posted Date2 weeks ago(5/29/2025 5:15 PM)

Job ID 2025-11091

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Category Finance

Position Type Regular Full-Time