Financial Reporting Manager

Financial Reporting Manager

At Johnson Outdoors, home to some of the world's most innovative and best-known outdoor recreation brands, we create amazing outdoor experiences - for adventurers, by adventurers. Check out each of the unique Johnson Outdoor brands in Fishing, Watercraft, Camping and Diving!

With 1,300 employees, 19 global facilities and a footprint in over 80 countries, we're committed to delivering exceptional products that connect people to the outdoors. 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.

Key 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.

Supervisory/Management Responsibilities:

• 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.

What you need to succeed:

• 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. Experience with financial consolidation systems (e.g. OneStream preferred) and with Workiva or similar SEC reporting tool strongly desired.

• 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.

A few pointers about our culture:

• Entrepreneurial spirit and innovation are in our bones! We authentically innovate trusted equipment that gets people out in the great outdoors.
• We are laser-focused on our consumers, and passionate about providing superior solutions flexible to meet any event's needs or mission requirements.
• We strive to create meaningful, healthy change in the world as individuals and as a family of brands.
• We value team members who are willing to wear many hats; who take personal initiative, anticipating what needs to be done, and figuring things out to make them happen; but who are also willing to ask for help, to assist others and work together.

What you will receive:

• 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.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at Johnson Outdoors (and all subsidiaries) without regard to race; creed; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or any other status protected by law. Johnson Outdoors is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please contact Human Resources at HRSpecialAccommodations@johnsonoutdoors.com to let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

JOHNSON OUTDOORS is a leading global innovator of outdoor recreation equipment and technologies that inspire more people to experience the awe of the great outdoors. The company designs, manufactures and markets a portfolio of winning, consumer-preferred brands across four categories: Watercraft Recreation, Fishing, Diving and Camping. Johnson Outdoors' iconic brands include: Old Town canoes and kayaks; Ocean Kayak; Carlisle paddles; Minn Kota fishing motors, batteries and anchors; Cannon downriggers; Humminbird marine electronics and charts; SCUBAPRO dive equipment; Jetboil outdoor cooking systems. Founded in 1970 by Samuel C. Johnson, the Company has delivered double-digit compound annual growth over its history, evolving from a single brand into a nearly $663 million global enterprise with around 1,300 employees across 20 countries.