Director of Finance & Accounting

Johnson Health Tech Companies•Cottage Grove, WI

23h

About The Position

Position Overview: The Director of Finance & Accounting is responsible for leading the organization’s financial strategy, planning, reporting, and accounting operations. This role ensures the integrity of financial information, supports business decision-making through analysis and forecasting, and maintains compliance with regulatory and corporate standards. Leads and develops the finance and accounting team to align financial practices with organizational objectives. The position partners cross-functionally to drive operational efficiency and support growth initiatives within a mid-sized consumer products environment. This role also ensures the effectiveness of internal controls, financial policies, and operational accounting processes, providing oversight of all transactional and reporting activities to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
10+ years of progressive experience in finance and accounting roles, including leadership experience
5+ years as a supervisor of accounting and financial functions
Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards
Demonstrated experience managing full-cycle budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis processes
Experience developing and maintaining internal controls and compliance processes
Proficiency with ERP systems and financial reporting tools (SAP preferred)
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Nice To Haves

Additional education or certification, such as MBA or CPA, a plus
Experience in consumer products, sporting goods, or retail environments preferred
Experience supporting e-commerce or multi-channel business models
Experience with inventory accounting and cost accounting methodologies
Familiarity with internal controls frameworks (e.g., SOX compliance)
Experience supporting mergers, acquisitions, or business integrations
Infrequent travel to Vancouver, WA office required

Responsibilities

Lead and oversee all accounting operations, including general ledger, consolidations, and month-end close processes, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and completeness of financial data
Ensure compliance with GAAP/IFRS, internal controls, and all applicable regulatory requirements, including oversight of financial policies, business licensing, and sales tax compliance
Establish, document, and maintain effective internal controls and financial policies to ensure accuracy, consistency, and regulatory compliance
Direct the development and execution of annual budgets, forecasts, and long-range financial plans
Own and oversee rolling forecasts, sales projections, and capital expenditure planning processes
Manage cash flow, banking relationships, and treasury operations to optimize financial performance
Oversee banking infrastructure, including account management, electronic payments, and cash forecasting processes
Provide strategic financial insights and partner with executive leadership to support business decisions and growth initiatives
Oversee preparation and review of accurate, timely financial and operational reporting packages
Lead external audit processes and manage relationships with auditors, tax advisors, and financial partners
Drive financial analysis to identify trends, risks, and opportunities, including product costing and margin optimization
Support and lead financial due diligence, planning, and integration activities for acquisitions and business expansion
Oversee key accounting processes including account reconciliations, rebate programs, commission structures, and related financial systems
Partner cross-functionally with Sales, Operations, IT, and Product teams to translate operational performance into financial insights and improve business outcomes
Recruit, develop, and lead a high-performing finance and accounting team, fostering accountability and continuous improvement
Drive continuous improvement of financial processes, systems, and reporting capabilities to enhance efficiency, scalability, and data integrity
Other projects as needed