Share Email Opening Title VP of Finance  About the Organization 2ND ADVENTURE GROUP (2AG) - Brownells, Crow Shooting Supply, AR15.com, Big Springs At 2nd Adventure Group, we Empower the Spirit of Independence and Adventure. Our passion is connecting gunsmiths, firearm enthusiasts, collectors, hunters, competitors, and protectors with products that outfit and enhance their spirit of independence and adventure. 2AG brands are aligned to empower people to be inspired, educated, and outfitted for a lifetime of enjoying outdoor experiences and adventures. We believe the spirit of independence and adventure is a mindset - in the office, on the range, in the field or with your family. It is the foundation - and reason - for everything we do. Our companies include: • BROWNELLS - the preeminent all-things-firearms company in the world. Founded in 1939 in Montezuma, IA, Brownells' storied history of connecting firearm and firearm accessory manufacturers with freedom-loving customers is unrivaled. • CROW SHOOTING SUPPLY - our national wholesale distributor of firearms, ammunition reloading components and shooting accessories. We proudly serve retail gun shops, major sporting goods stores, gun clubs, shooting ranges and government agencies. • AR15.COM - the world's largest online firearm community, proud to be the gathering place for firearm enthusiasts of all types. • BIG SPRINGS SHOOTING COMPLEX - our premier shooting/hunting facility for law enforcement agencies, shooting clubs/camps, youth groups, private citizens, and 2AG EMPLOYEES! OUR VALUES • R.I.C.H. (Respect, Integrity, Courage, Honesty) • Power of the Platform (collectively leveraging our unique brands) • Purpose Driven Performance • Relentless Creativity & Innovation WHY ADVENTURE WITH US Put simply, our adventure is fun! If working in a fast-paced, hobby-based business where growth and exploring new frontiers every day excites you, then WE WANT YOU!   Division Brownells   Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time   Description Adventure Summary Are you passionate about adventure and our freedom-loving customers, and have a strong commitment to the 2nd Amendment? Do you have proven success as a leader in Finance, and a willingness to roll up your sleeves to join the team in developing innovative cost-saving solutions? If you are looking for a leadership role in a family-owned, growth-minded, customer-centric company just outside the Des Moines metro area…APPLY NOW! As Vice President of Finance at Brownells, you will direct and oversee all financial activities of the corporation, including preparation of current financial reports as well as summaries and forecasts for future business growth and general economic outlook. You will also be responsible for the Finance department and shall perform as a key player in the strategic management of the business. This includes direct responsibility for finance, forecasting, budgeting and strategic financial planning. Reporting to the CFO, the ideal candidate is a servant leader who will drive an innovative/growth mindset across the department and lead the charge to reduce costs and maximize return on investment. S/he will institute a disciplined and process-oriented approach to financial and operational management, taking the lead in communicating its value and importance throughout the organization and in holding all management accountable.   Benefits You Will Enjoy Competitive Salary Generous Paid Time Off Health, Dental, and Vision packages to fit your needs Additional voluntary supplemental insurance plans Fully-vested 401(k) company match Tuition Assistance Program Career Pathing Program Generous employee discount Full range access at our Big Springs Shooting Complex Opportunity to work alongside people who are passionate about adventure and the outdoors!   What You Will Do Main Duties & Responsibilities Oversees and directs budgeting, monthly reporting, ratio analysis, long-range forecasting, and alternative investments Reviews the preparation of all financial reports, including income statements, balance sheets, tax returns, and reports for government regulatory agencies Coordinates departmental budget programs, variance analyses, and forecasts Appraises the organization’s financial position and issues periodic reports on organization’s financial stability, liquidity, and growth Reviews reports to analyze projections of sales and profits against actual figures, budgeted expenses against final totals, and suggests methods of improving the planning process as appropriate Analyzes company operations to pinpoint opportunities for improvement and/or investments Assists with setting overall financial strategy and metric objectives for senior executives up to and including the Board of Directors   Other Responsibilities Works with department managers for financial guidance/management Recruits, trains, supervises, and evaluates department staff Establishes, manages and develops bank and other financial institution relationships Assists in providing information to company ownership as it relates to company performance and governance   What You Will Need Education & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, or Finance required At least 10 years of progressive financial leadership experience 5+ years of strategic planning experience Experience managing a company or division with sales in excess of $1B Experience in recruiting and building a high-performing Finance/Accounting team, ensuring resources are aligned to drive success of the business   Preferred Qualifications MBA, CFA Fortune 500 experience Experience with activity-based costing and cost allocation models ETL experience with SQL Server, Power BI, Tableau and equivalents   Knowledge & Skills Subject matter expert in multiple fields within functional area Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles Ability to synthesize financial information into a concise story and communicate it effectively, leveraging strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills Excellent analytical and organizational skills Knowledge of database and accounting computer application systems to supply the most accurate financial information Comfortable in an environment where multiple stakeholders (with potentially conflicting agendas) must be served and influenced; related experience could have been gained in a highly matrixed corporate structure or in a multi-business units corporation Politically astute with the kind of interpersonal skills that ensure open communication and transparency of motives among multiple constituencies; coupled with Unquestionable integrity and business ethics Broad perspective on business, yet one who is highly analytical, and data-driven in his/her problem-solving and influencing style   Leadership Competencies Strategic thinking: a visionary strategist who knows what the organization needs to be doing tomorrow, evidenced by having visions of possibilities and creating breakthrough plans to achieve them Cost-conscious: business decisions are analyzed considering cost and benefits and by being fully immersed in the decision process, knowing how business works Team player: puts aside his/her personal goals and works well with others, doing what he/she needs to do to strive for a common goal; identifies roles, jobs, tasks, rewards and objectives within a group and defines success in terms of the whole team, evidenced by building strong teams Develop talent: is a people builder, evidenced by actively providing challenging and stretch tasks and assignments   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 Range 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.   EOE Statement Brownells, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, religion, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic or status protected by law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at careers@brownells.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address. For more information, view the EEO is the Law Poster and Pay Transparency Statement.   This position is currently not accepting applications. 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