Financial Reporting Manager

Johnson Outdoors • Racine, WI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Financial Reporting Manager ensures the accuracy, integrity and timeliness of our external and internal financial reporting. This role reports directly to the Corporate Controller of Johnson Outdoors and is based at our Racine, Wisconsin headquarters. About the Role: The position manages all aspects of financial and SEC (Security and Exchange Commission) reporting, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Oversees technical accounting research related to new and proposed accounting standards and has responsibility for complex, non-routine accounting issues. Assist with and supports the maintenance and review of internal controls and corporate policies and procedures. Serves as the OneStream consolidation system subject matter expert and is responsible for managing design and implementation of non-routine changes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting.
• CPA required.
• Typically requires a minimum of 5 years of experience in a public accounting firm and/or public company environment which includes administering financial and SEC reporting, compliance, and auditing.
• Extensive knowledge of SEC Reporting, US GAAP, Sarbanes Oxley requirements and internal control concepts.
• Demonstrated ability to quickly learn and master new technologies and software tools.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Knowledgeable about financial best practices and able to reach well-reasoned conclusions on technical accounting issues.
• Strong leadership experience with an emphasis on relationship management and communication at all levels within an organization.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a global matrix organization with diverse cultures and personalities.
• Strong project management experience in organizing, planning and executing projects.
• Ability to facilitate and coordinate multiple deadlines, prioritize diverse tasks and respond quickly to management requests.
• Proficiency in using the Microsoft office suite and experience with JDE OneWorld and Business Objects a plus.
• Strong attention to detail, demonstrated integrity and professionalism.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with financial consolidation systems (e.g. OneStream preferred) and with Workiva or similar SEC reporting tool strongly desired.
• Proficiency in using the Microsoft office suite and experience with JDE OneWorld and Business Objects a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepares SEC periodic reports such as Forms 8-K, 10-Q and 10-K and coordinates the internal and external review of the documents.
• Manages the process for XBRL tagging and ensures consistency across financial statements and disclosures.
• Assists in the preparation of other SEC filings such as Proxy, Form 4s and Form SD on Conflict Minerals.
• Coordinates with internal and external legal counsel, investor relations, and external auditors to ensure timely and accurate filings in compliance with SEC regulations.
• Oversee the monthly close and consolidation process ensuring all standard eliminations and foreign currency translations are recorded.
• Acts as OneStream consolidation system administrator. Provides leadership and technical assistance to users related to metadata, security, processing, and reporting.
• Collaborates with external partners to identify and implement system design improvements.
• Coordinates and partners with internal audit and external auditors to support testing and remediation efforts.
• Owns and enhances internal controls over financial reporting to comply with SOX (Sarbanes Oxley Act).
• Leads financial research efforts. Maintains up-to-date knowledge of US GAAP. Monitors and ensures timely identification and compliance with evolving accounting guidance.
• Analyzes and interprets new and proposed accounting, reporting and disclosure standards issued by the SEC and FASB and assesses their impact on the company.
• Prepares technical accounting memorandums that document issues and identifies the company’s position and impact on the company in a clear, logical, and comprehensive manner.
• Manages the accounting for complex, non-routine transactions and provides guidance to accounting team.
• Supports merger and acquisitions activity including due diligence and the preparation of purchase accounting.
• Develops, implements, and maintains corporate accounting and reporting policies and procedures. Ensures consistent application of accounting principles across the organization.
• Oversee corporate financial planning and analysis processes and annual budget consolidation.
• Collaborates cross-functionally with FP&A, Tax, Treasury, Internal Audit and Corporate functional Centers of Excellence.
• Manages and/or participates in special projects and continuous improvement initiatives within the finance organization as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Manages, controls, and recommends budgets within approved guidelines.
• Develop and revises departmental policies, procedures, and guidelines to meet business needs.
• In partnership with human resources, performs human resources responsibilities for staff which includes hiring and terminating employees, promotions/pay adjustments, staff development, performance evaluations, resolution of employee concerns and disciplinary counseling.

Benefits

• Share in the company’s success with competitive base salary with additional earning potential through participation in the management bonus program, and eligibility for annual pay increases.
• Find work/life balance with generous Paid Time Off and holiday benefits, a full benefits package, and broad range of employee support and fitness and wellness plans.
• Further your career with performance development and training opportunities, including our tuition assistance program.
• Have fun at work, enjoy a collaborative and casual work environment, participating in fun company events, and taking advantage of great employee discounts on all our outdoor recreational products.
• Plan for your future with our 401(k) with company match and deferred retirement contributions, Sons & Daughters Scholarship program, college savings program, life and LTD insurance, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees