Johnson Fitness

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Position Overview

The focus of this position provides and supports the operational and cost accounting functions of the company. Responsibilities include partnering with IT, Product teams, Sales and Operational partners to improve business insights by accounting for operational activities while supporting the accumulation and analysis of data for management as it relates to business decisions. This is a supervisory role.

Responsibilities

Accounting:

• Consolidation Accounting Support & Intercompany Billing/Eliminations for retail divisions
• Review and implement new financial policies
• Manage Retail Entity month end close process
• Facilitates financial improvement processes
• Facilitates improvements of internal controls
• Manage Annual Audit and Quarterly Review Processes

Reporting:

• Ensure reported results comply with GAAP/IFRS
• Monthly review of financial and operational reporting packages
• Assists with providing responses to parent company inquiries and reporting requirements
• Maintain and create reports as needed

Budgeting, Planning and Forecasting:

• Assists in developing the annual budget and operating plan
• Assists in maintains monthly and quarterly P&L forecast
• Assist in maintaining rolling 12-month forecast
• Facilitates the cash forecasting

Analysis:

• Provides business analysis to identify financial and business trends designed to mitigate risk
• Provides recommendations to improve business and financial performance
• Active team member on multiple business improvement projects
• Develop procedures to improve financial practices
• Provide on-going support for business’ financial analysis needs
• Facilitate business and financial improvement within organization

Management:

• Responsible for staffing, terminations, disciplinary actions, training and development of supporting Finance team members
• Conduct quarterly check in’s with direct reports for performance management and coaching
• Drive team to succeed in reaching productivity and quality goals to meet/exceed customer need

Other projects as assigned

Requirements

Education:

• 4-year degree in Accounting is required
• Additional education, such as MBA or CPA, a plus

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of progressively responsible experience in an Accounting management capacity
• Audit experience desired, either internal or independent CPA firm
• Experience in a retail business environment desired
• Minimum of 4 years in a supervisory role required
• Developing standard operating processes & procedures required
• CPA, CMA a plus

Other Requirements:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (including PowerPivot, pivot tables, Vlookup, VBA, Macros, etc.)
• Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal, able to clearly communicate financial information in easy to understand manner at multiple levels and functions within the business.
• Strong system skills – experience with SAP, BW, Adaptive Insights, and Iridium preferred
• Firm analytical skills to understand business drivers that link operational performance to financial results
• Clear problem solving and investigative skills –support a lean environment, Six Sigma Certification, a plus
• Excellent organizational and prioritization skills
• Fitness Equipment Industry experience with focus on direct and/or wholesale distribution desired
• Requires driver’s license for moderate travel to regional retail offices (approx. 25%)

Other Competencies:

• Computer skills: SAP, BW, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Adaptive Insights, Access, Iridium or another POS system
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Confidence in presenting ideas and recommendations
• Strong sense of initiative demonstrated by accomplishing tasks; improving current work processes; and assisting others when necessary
• Attention to detail and commitment to world-class quality
• Ability to embrace deadlines
• Ability to manage and motivate staff
• Able to project a positive and professional demeanor to all internal and external contacts

Benefits:

We offer a competitive compensation package along with outstanding benefits and growth opportunities, including:

• Health & Dental Insurance
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) Plan with company contributions
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Exclusive Product Discounts
• Wellness Programs and more

EOE/M/W/Vet/Disability

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