Senior Accounting Analyst

Your Job

Koch Ag & Energy Solutions (KAES) is seeking a contribution-minded Senior Accounting Analyst to join our Finance, Accounting and Risk organization, focused on trade support accounting and associated controls and stewardship of company assets. This position requires a strong foundation in financial transactions and accounting principles, with the ability to develop advanced ERP and data knowledge, and apply strategic thinking to drive transformational improvements. The analyst will collaborate across multiple capabilities and leadership levels within our global operations. Within KAES, the role of a Senior Accounting Analyst has transformed over the years and is now highly focused on being problem solvers and solution providers with a sense of urgency. It is also about building partnerships with the business to drive profitability by analyzing margin trends, market drivers, working capital, business risks, cashflow and many other aspects! Join the team and advance your career with leadership development and educational opportunities to help you gain the capabilities needed to be a modern-day problem solver.

A successful candidate will have the proven ability to work effectively with detailed and time-sensitive tasks, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely completion of critical assignments. A deep understanding of business processes, which enhances financial decision-making and supports the achievement of organizational goals is essential.

Our Team

The accounting analyst will be a part of the larger Controllership Team, which oversees consolidated financials, audits, taxes, cost management, and reporting. This position is located at the Wichita, KS headquarters and offers a flexible work schedule.

What You Will Do

• As a financial partner to the business, you will ensure the accurate accounting and recording of critical business transactions as part of the month-end close process. This includes providing a clear understanding of key financial drivers and delivering insightful analyses to support decision-making.
• Develop, document, and sustain efficient accounting processes that provide strong, risk-based internal controls and scale with business growth.
• Drive improvements and transformation in critical accounting period closing activities. This encompasses overseeing account reconciliations, maintaining strong internal control stewardship, and ensuring compliance with both US GAAP and foreign statutory financial reporting requirements.
• Analyze the general ledger and financial statements, focusing on key performance indicators (KPIs) to deliver meaningful insights to business partners. Your role involves leveraging data and advanced analytical tools to extract relevant information and effectively communicate the business narrative. By understanding business goals and constraints, you will solve complex problems and add tangible value to the organization.
• Support special projects including system integrations and finance transformation initiatives.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Experience in accounting, finance, or other related roles that demonstrates a professional understanding of accounting and financial concepts and cost accounting principles.
• Experience managing and analyzing large volumes of data sourced from multiple systems, utilizing advanced analytical tools to develop informed points of view that guide business decisions.

What Will Put You Ahead

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related Business field.
• Experience using OneStream, Power BI, Alteryx, or other data visualization tools and/or other advanced technologies (machine learning, AI, etc.) and process transformation / process implementation experience.
• Knowledge of US GAAP requirements, specifically in the areas of derivative and inventory accounting.
• Experience and strong desire to improve financial processes through automation, technology adoption, and transformation initiatives.

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.

Who We Are

As a Koch company, Koch Ag & Energy Solutions (KAES) is a global provider of value-added solutions for the agriculture, turf and ornamental, energy and chemical markets. From agriculture to energy, KAES makes things grow better with plant nutrient and biological technologies. Our team of innovators unleash their potential while developing the technologies that feed and power the world.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here, aqui, or tu).