Staff Accountant

Our Values of honesty, respect, responsibility, discipline, collaboration, open-mindedness, and resourcefulness are deeply intertwined with our culture, fostering an environment where integrity and mutual support thrive, and innovative solutions are encouraged.

Position Overview:

Reporting to the Accounting Manager, the Staff Accountant is responsible for applying Generally Accepted Accounting Principles ("GAAP") and procedures to analyze financial information; prepare accurate and timely financial reports and trial balances; ensure appropriate accounting control procedures; and assist in the preparation of our consolidated financial statements and related audits. All departures from company policies and procedures will be communicated to the Accounting Manager as soon as identified. The Accounting Manager will review and approve work performed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Preparation of journal entries as part of the month end close process
• Preparation of reconciliations of balance sheet accounts as part of the month end close process to ensure financial results of operations are accurately represented and in conformance with US GAAP
• Assist with annual physical inventory counts
• Collect and maintain appropriate backup for auditor review and 404 compliance
• Assist in footnote preparation for quarterly 10-Q and annual 10-K SEC filings
• Prepare documentation to support amounts reported in the Company's corporate income tax returns
• Participate in the quarterly reviews and year-end audits
• Continuous management and support of budget and forecast activities
• Provide strategic recommendations and maintain solutions to business and financial problems
• Perform special accounting projects as assigned
• Other duties as assigned

NOTE: This list presents only the principal duties of the position and is not intended to be comprehensive. The duties and responsibilities listed above may be changed or supplemented at any time in accordance with business needs and conditions.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's or higher degree in Accounting, Finance or equivalent
• CPA and/or MBA preferred, but not required
• Minimum of 1-3 years of accounting experience

Competencies and Skills:

• Good command of the English language in both verbal and written skills
• Good knowledge of US GAAP and willingness to research and resolve accounting application issues
• Ability to research and reconcile difficult accounts
• Experience with SOX 404 compliance
• Solid written, verbal, communication, and analytical skills a must
• Self-motivated, independent, and proactive worker with a high level of organization, professionalism, and attention to detail
• Strong Microsoft excel skills
• Familiarity and willingness to work in a deadline-oriented, fast paced team environment

Physical Demands:

• Occasional: walking, standing, bending, kneeling, squatting, and reaching
• Extended time in sitting position, prolong use of computer and possible eye strain
• Occasional lift: 0 to 30 pounds

NOTE: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

American Outdoor Brands (and its affiliates) is an equal opportunity employer and considers for employment and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, military service, application for military service, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other status protected by applicable state or local law. Candidates must possess proper authorization to work in the United States and, where applicable, to possess technical data as defined in the International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR) 22 CFR 120. 10.