Job description
Job Description
The Staff Accountant at Vista Outdoor, will play an integral role in corporate accounting and reporting financial results. The person in this role, will report to the External Reporting Manager, and will be given the opportunity to lead and improve the processes related to consolidation accounting, intercompany processes, chart of account maintenance, Sarbanes Oxley compliance, acquisition integrations, financial systems administration, and SEC filings. This position offers the opportunity for hybrid (mix in remote and in office) work environment.
Vista Outdoor (NYSE: VSTO) is a family of powerhouse brands that designs, manufactures, and markets outdoor recreation and shooting sports products. We were named as one of America's Best Midsize Employers on Forbes’ 2021 List of America’s Best Employers. We serve the outdoor sports and recreation markets through a diverse portfolio of well-recognized brands that provide consumers with a wide range of performance-driven, high-quality, and innovative products. This role will work in a dynamic department interacting with teams that run some of the most exciting brands in the outdoor space including Federal, Bell, CamelBak, Giro, Bushnell, Foresight Sports, Remington, Fox Racing, Simms Fishing, Stone Glacier, and Camp Chef to name a few of the brands in the Vista Outdoor family.
We are a group of passionate people who care deeply about our purpose, vision and commitments. We tirelessly evolve our products in ways that match the drive of the people who put them to work in the field, on the course, in the wild and on the battlefield. We’re not just a name on the door — we’re the people crafting the products that help inspire you to attain the impossible.
Key Areas of Responsibility
- Perform consolidation process while working directly with FP&A and individual business unit finance leaders on a monthly basis
- Prepare consolidating and various Corporate journal entries and account reconciliations, as assigned
- Maintain the global chart of accounts, including coordination with other finance teams to maintain and improve proper system mapping and documentation
- Execute key internal controls for assigned areas, ensuring operating effectiveness and validating control design
- Lead the project to revise and review all corporate accounting policies, and implement a new process to maintain them
- Reviews general processes, internal controls and Sarbanes Oxley compliance activities
- Develop, propose, and implement process improvements to increase efficiency related to consolidations and internal and external reporting
- Prepare documentation in support of external and internal audits
- Assists in the preparation and review of financial statements and disclosures
- Administer and maintain corporate accounting systems and applications, and supporting expansion of the reporting tool capabilities as needed
- Research and resolve the proper accounting treatment for transactions as assigned in accordance with GAAP and established Company policy
- Assisting in integration of acquisitions into Corporate consolidations, account structure, reporting, etc.
- Support and execute various projects and processes as requested
Knowledge & Skills
- Requires strong verbal and written communication skills, with ability to work effectively with all levels and functions
- Ability to think critically – recognizes connections, translates goals into action, uses strong judgment to make choices in alignment with strategy and company culture/values
- Self-motivated and driven – strives to deliver great results and drive continuous improvement, gets things done timely and accurately
- Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability; thrives in a changing and/or fast paced environment
- Demonstrates curiosity and courage – has an interest in learning and understanding by asking questions, and sharing points of view
- Demonstrates initiative and ability to apply improvements to the financial processes
Education & Experience
- Minimum 2 years’ experience, including public accounting and/or relevant industry experience with a public company
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
- CPA license preferred
- Thorough understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
- Strong analytical skills
- Prior experience in consolidations accounting preferred
- Advanced knowledge of Excel and Microsoft Products
- Strong ability to mediate complex cross functional issues and work with others in fast paced, dynamic environment
- Ability to complete projects timely and accurately is critical
We offer a highly competitive salary, comprehensive benefits including: medical and dental, vision, disability and life insurance, 401K, PTO, tuition reimbursement, gear discounts and the ability to add value to an exciting mission!
Our Postings are not intended for distribution to or use in any jurisdiction, country or territory where such distribution or use would violate local law or would subject us to any regulations in another jurisdiction, country or territory. We reserve the right to limit our Postings in any jurisdiction, country or territory.
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Females/Protected Veteran/Disabled
At this time, Vista Outdoor is closely monitoring the developments on the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) COVID-19 workplace rule regarding COVID-19 vaccination or testing. You will not be asked any questions regarding these items during application.
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