Adventure Summary

Brownells seeks a Controller who embodies both public accounting expertise and an adventurous spirit for our dynamic company. This role is perfect for a financial management expert with a CPA background, active or past, and a solid track record of over 10 years, especially in mid-market companies. Positioned in Grinnell, IA, you'll lead with precision, ensure financial health, and identify growth aligned with our adventurous ethos. This primarily onsite role emphasizes teamwork and innovation at our headquarters, with relocation support for the right candidate ready to dive into adventure and impact. Join us on this unique journey!

Benefits You Will Enjoy

• Competitive Salary: Be rewarded for your skills and dedication
• Generous Paid Time Off: Achieve work-life harmony with ample time off
• Health Benefits: Stay healthy with our comprehensive medical, vision, and dental plans
• 401(k) Match: Benefit from a robust 5% company match
• Career Growth: Take advantage of programs designed for your professional journey
• Employee Discount: Gear up for adventure with exclusive employee discounts
• Premier Shooting Complex Access: Embrace the adventure lifestyle firsthand
• Passionate Community: Collaborate with like-minded adventure enthusiasts

What You Will Do

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Plans, directs and coordinates all accounting operational functions (A/R, A/P, and Credit)
• Prepares and analyzes financial statements including Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Cash Flow Statement for management, Board, and outside lenders
• Coordinates with external accountants for tax preparation and annual audit
• In conjunction with CFO, effectively manages disbursements, capital expenditures, leasing agreements, debt services, investments, and payroll
• Evaluates and manages internal controls within the organization
• Responsible for keeping up to date on all regulatory changes affecting the company as they relate to the finance and accounting department
• Works with outside brokers to ensure best practices that optimize position with regard to insurance related policies and practices
• Responsible for performance coaching and providing career growth opportunities to develop team members
• Along with CFO, takes a leadership role in departmental meetings and works with team to execute, monitor, and evaluate team objectives and their business impact
• Champions company policies as they relate to the corporate vision, corporate ethics, and compliance with affirmative action and equal opportunity employment

What You Will Need

Required Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, or Finance
• CPA (active preferred)
• At least 10 years of progressive business leadership experience

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA
• Public Accounting and Audit experience
• Manufacturing industry experience
• Data analytics, KPIs, and AI experience

Knowledge & Skills

• Ability to drive results through a strong attention to detail, proactive approach to problem solving, and great partnership and negotiation skills
• Strong consultation, persuasion and influencing skills to support communication of new business needs
• Ability to synthesize financial information into a concise story and communicate it effectively, leveraging strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• Strong computer/systems skills; proficient with Excel and ERP systems
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Financial planning and forecasting
• Cost Control
• Bank relations

Physical Demands

Sedentary work. Sedentary work involves lifting no more than 10 pounds at a time and occasionally lifting or carrying articles like docket files, ledgers, and small tools. Although a sedentary job is defined as one which involves sitting, a certain amount of walking and standing is often necessary in carrying out job duties. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required occasionally, and other sedentary criteria are met.

Physical Hazards – Health and Safety Concerns

• General office environments
• Ergonomics

Where You’ll Be Located

Grinnell, Iowa

Live Your Adventure!

Brownells is a subsidiary of 2nd Adventure Group. At 2nd Adventure Group, our mission is to provide a platform to connect people with their passions. Our brands are aligned to empower people to be inspired, educated, and outfitted for a lifetime of enjoying and sharing the spirit of adventure. Our sister companies include: Crow Shooting Supply, Sinclair International, AR15.com, and Big Springs Shooting Complex.

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. In addition, the employer may consider whether the individual applying for or holding the position is qualified. There are two steps involved in this determination. The first concerns whether the applicant or current employee satisfies the prerequisites for the position. The second step involves whether or not the person can perform the essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

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