Come work at a place where we take pride in creating a workplace environment that values hard work, commitment, and growth.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or relevant field of study required
• CPA required

Work Experiences:

• 15+ years' experience covering a broad range of accounting activities conducted at a high level of complexity, including progressively more complex assignments or projects
• Strong knowledge of GAAP including ability to conduct and supervise accounting research
• Extensive technical and practical expertise in public company reporting and SEC compliance
• Experience in defining process flows, evaluating financial systems and identifying opportunities for process and control improvements, and implementing automations within processes and procedures
• Demonstrated leadership skills in the areas of building effective teams, appropriately developing direct reports, self, and others; ability to deal with ambiguity
• Strong skills utilizing a large integrated ERP/MRP computer system (e.g. Oracle, SAP, PeopleSoft), Oracle experience preferred

Skills:

• Strong project management skills
• Ability to remain organized, pay attention to detail, and meet critical deadlines
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills to interface effectively with individuals at various levels
• Ability to analyze complex information and present the findings in a simple manner
• Analytical with strong problem-solving and creative resolution skills
• Ability to work well under pressure while consistently meeting time sensitive deadlines
• Strong cultural awareness to optimize effectiveness and management adoption
• Ability to work well independently, as well as effectively contribute to a team environment
• Strong Microsoft Office program experience, including Excel and Word
• Acceptable level of hearing and vision to perform job duties

Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage Accounting personnel in all aspects of their duties to ensure timely and accurate reporting to include the supervision of: General Ledger; Financial Reporting; Accounting Research; Fixed Assets; Projects; Inventory; Consolidations; Sales and Receivables; Audit; Accounts Payable - Trade, Import and Expense; Accounting Co-op; Financial Controls; coordinate the annual 401(k) audit with the Benefits Department; and Payroll.
• Hiring, retention, and development of all staff personnel in span of control
• Responsible for maintaining Sarbanes-Oxley ("SOX") controls, documentation and ongoing compliance
• Prepare internal and external (SEC Compliant) financial reports and present findings and recommendations to senior management (Monthly, Quarterly, Annual, and any special reports as requested)
• Prepare and conduct financial presentations to top management and the Audit Committee, as needed (Monthly, Quarterly, Annual, and any special presentations requested)
• Support the CFO in achieving the overall financial reporting objectives
• Work with the finance department in the preparation of budgets, reviews budget proposals, and prepares necessary supporting documentation and justification
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies
• Responsible for receipt of unqualified year-end audit report
• Ensure appropriate financial systems technology is in place or recommends a future roadmap for the company
• Responsible to identify, analyze, recommend, assist with decisions, and implement financial, tax and legal structures
• Responsible to identify, analyze, recommend, assist with decisions, implement, adhere to, and report on cost control and profit improvements initiatives
• Maintain internal control documentation, effectively perform assigned internal controls, remediate internal control exceptions, and respond to internal and external audit requests.
• Develop a thorough understanding of Academy's policies, procedures and safety rules
• Duties may change; team member may be required to perform other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements & Attendance:

• Regular attendance required
• Acceptable level of hearing and vision to perform job duties
• Adhere to company work hours, policies, procedures and rules governing professional staff behavior

Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate with regard to employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by law.