Valmont® Industries, Inc. (NYSE: VMI), a global leader that provides products and solutions to support vital infrastructure and advance agricultural productivity, today announced William “Eric” Johnson will join the company as Chief Accounting Officer effective October 20, 2025. Mr. Johnson will be an integral leader on the finance team overseeing the Company’s accounting and SEC reporting functions, and reporting directly to Tom Liguori, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer.
Prior to joining Valmont, Mr. Johnson served as Senior Vice President, Corporate Controller, and Principal Accounting Officer at Conagra Brands, Inc. (NYSE: CAG), a leading $12 billion food and beverage company. Before that, he was Director of Internal Audit at Kiewit Corporation, a major construction and engineering firm. Mr. Johnson began his career at KPMG, where he spent more than 12 years in roles of increasing responsibility, including international audit experience in Europe and with global clients. He holds a Masters in Accountancy from the University of Missouri and is a Certified Public Accountant.
Before joining Valmont, William Eric Johnson built an extensive career in finance and accounting leadership across several major corporations. Most recently, he served as Senior Vice President, Corporate Controller, and Principal Accounting Officer at Conagra Brands, Inc. (NYSE: CAG), one of the United States’ leading food and beverage companies with annual revenues exceeding $12 billion. In this role, Johnson oversaw Conagra’s financial reporting, internal controls, and accounting operations, contributing significantly to the company’s fiscal integrity and strategic growth.
Prior to his tenure at Conagra, Johnson held the position of Director of Internal Audit at Kiewit Corporation, a globally recognized construction and engineering enterprise. His work there focused on strengthening audit frameworks, improving compliance processes, and ensuring financial transparency across large-scale projects.
Chief Accounting Officer Role Valmont Appoints William Eric Johnson
Johnson began his professional journey at KPMG, one of the world’s top accounting firms, where he dedicated more than 12 years to auditing and financial advisory services. His time at KPMG included international assignments in Europe and work with major global clients, providing him with a deep understanding of multinational business operations.
He holds a Master’s degree in Accountancy from the University of Missouri and is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), reflecting his commitment to professional excellence and financial stewardship.
“Eric brings strong accounting and finance expertise, spanning large-scale manufacturing and project-driven businesses,” said Mr. Liguori. “He has a proven track record of leading large, global finance organizations, driving process improvement, and building high-performing teams. His deep controllership background, technical proficiency, and strong leadership will help us scale our finance organization and continue building the foundation for Valmont’s long-term growth.”
“Additionally, I’m pleased to share that Tim Francis has been appointed Strategic Leader, Process Optimization, reporting to Greg Turi, President, International Infrastructure. In this role, Tim will support strategic planning and business improvement initiatives across our international businesses. We appreciate his many contributions over the past decade and wish him success in his new role.”
About Valmont Industries, Inc.
For nearly 80 years, Valmont has been a global leader that provides products and solutions to support vital infrastructure and advance agricultural productivity. We are committed to customer-focused innovation that delivers lasting value.
