Treasury Manager

Christensen Farms is a leading family-owned pork producer in the United States, marketing over 3.6 million hogs annually. Headquartered in Sleepy Eye, Minnesota, the company operates throughout the Midwest with facilities in Minnesota, Iowa, Nebraska, Illinois, and South Dakota.

The company is vertically integrated across the pork value chain, from farm to fork. Christensen Farms holds significant stakes in key processing plants and specialized meat producers.

About Us

We're one of the largest and most respected pork producers in the country, committed to delivering high-quality products while prioritizing animal welfare, food safety, and environmental sustainability.

Job Description

Treasury Manager

The Treasury Manager will be a vital member of our accounting team, supporting the Controller and Treasurer in various financial processes and business partnerships. Key responsibilities include:

• Serving as a direct supervisor for accounts payable and receivables teams.
• Supporting treasury functions like financial risk management, capital planning, and credit management.
• Providing expertise on process improvements and system implementations.

This role requires close collaboration with the Controller and Treasurer to manage interest rates, credit, financing, and insurance risks. The successful candidate will possess strong analytical skills, initiative, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to learning and development.

Key Responsibilities

General Accounting

• Preparation of schedules and applications for insurance renewals and placement.
• Leading the Accounts Payable and Receivables team for efficient transaction processing.
• Accounting for debt and interest.
• Maintaining positive relationships with finance partners and the bank group.
• Executing and monitoring cash management for daily funding needs.
• Maintaining records for distributions and changes of shareholders/owners.
• Tracking cash flows and developing/maintaining cash forecasts.
• Monitoring compliance with bank covenants.
• Weekly preparation and distribution of the Treasury Report and interest rate hedge position.
• Researching and analyzing approaches to financing and hedging strategies.
• Clearly communicating financing processes and trends to support key decision-making.
• Review and analysis of capital expenditures.

Projects

• Participating in or leading special projects assigned by the Controller and Treasurer.

Education, Training, and Experience Requirements

• Minimum formal education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance with at least 4 years of experience in a Treasury-related capacity.
• Preferably 5-10 years of accounting/treasury/finance experience in a public and/or private for-profit organization.
• Strong analytical skills, including quantitative and qualitative analysis.
• Initiative, ability to work independently, and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• A commitment to learning and development, particularly in industry-specific expertise.

Technical Skills

• Microsoft Suite.
• ERP Solutions.
• GAAP.
• SQL.
• PowerBI.
• Project Management.

Reports to:

Controller & Treasurer

Management Scope and Level of Responsibility:

Supervision of Others:

Direct Reports: Team of 3 - 4, as well as interns depending on business needs.

Benefits:

• A comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, FSA, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) plan, paid holidays, paid time off, EAP, and more.
• A culture that fosters employee growth, promotion from within, and a highly team-oriented workplace environment.
• A passionate purpose for food safety, animal welfare, and living core values every day – respect, integrity, excellence, adaptability, and innovation.

EEO Statement:

Christensen Farms is an equal opportunity employer. We select the most qualified person for each position without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, citizenship status, genetic information, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, military status, veteran status, or any other protected basis under applicable law.