Michael Kuehn
About Michael Kuehn
Michael Kuehn serves as the Finance Manager & Administration at Americold Logistics, LLC, where he has significantly improved receivables management. With extensive experience in finance and accounting across various companies, he has developed expertise in asset management, payroll processing, and tax compliance.
Work at Americold
Michael Kuehn has served as Finance Manager & Administration at Americold Logistics, LLC since 2016. In this role, he manages multi-company fixed asset management, which includes tracking, classifying, and depreciating assets with the assistance of a CPA. He has played a significant role in improving the current portion of receivables from 70% to over 90% for the companies he manages. Additionally, he was involved in the integration of Newport-St. Paul Cold Storage Company and Americold LLC following the acquisition by AMC on January 2, 2020. His responsibilities also include processing Minnesota sales/use tax and assisting with IRP/IFTA Tax and Heavy Vehicle Tax filings.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining Americold, Michael Kuehn held various positions in finance and accounting. He worked at J. Knutson & Associates, Inc. as Controller from 2014 to 2016. Prior to that, he spent 11 years at Northwest Airlines as a Specialist in Schedule Development from 1998 to 2009. His earlier experience includes a role as Bookkeeper/Project Manager at Schmid Systems, Inc. from 2009 to 2012, and as a Bookkeeper at El Burrito Market, Inc. from 1995 to 1997. These positions provided him with a diverse background in financial management and project oversight.
Education and Expertise
Michael Kuehn holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Business Administration and Management from Minnesota State University, Mankato, which he completed from 1984 to 1989. He also earned an Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.) in Accounting from Saint Paul Technical College between 1991 and 1994. His educational background equips him with a solid foundation in financial principles and practices, enhancing his capabilities in his current role.
Financial Management Skills
In his current position, Michael Kuehn manages multi-state payroll for over 90 employees using Paylocity, covering states such as Minnesota and Wisconsin. He prepares for external audits related to General Liability and Workers Compensation, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. His expertise in financial management is evident through his ability to improve receivables and manage complex financial processes across multiple companies.