VP, Finance (7347) - Ariat International : Job Details

About the Role

The Vice President of Finance will initially be responsible for all global financial operations of the Company including accounts payable and receivable, accounting and treasury, tax administration and tax planning, travel and fleet management, insurance and risk management, audit support, financial reporting, and equity administration. Responsibilities include establishing and reviewing the Company's system of financial controls, ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of financial records and reports, ensuring adherence to all federal, state, local and international accounting/tax laws and relevant licensing and permitting requirements, overseeing, and supporting the Company's bi-annual valuations, and establishing and maintaining efficient banking, cash, and investment processes. The position is responsible for developing and retaining a talented and high performing team of professionals, supporting and promoting the company's culture and core values, and reviewing all financial and operational processes impacting reported results.

There is the opportunity for the position to expand within a few years to include all financial planning and analysis activities directing a team of analysts responsible for budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning for all business divisions.

You'll Make a Difference By

* Influencing, motivating, and building high performing teams

* Navigating effectively in a fast paced, high growth, entrepreneurial environment

* Rolling up your sleeves as necessary to get the work done to support all internal teams

* Reviewing, identifying deficiencies, and improving operational processes and internal controls

* Fostering a consistently fun, supportive, and positive work environment

* Developing strong effective working relationships with all external financial partners (auditors, bankers, brokers, valuation specialists, etc.) and internal department leaders

* Communicating effectively throughout all levels of the organization

About You

* Bachelor's degree or above in business, finance or accounting

* Public accounting experience and a CPA, CMA or CFA certification are preferred

* Experience with SAP and consumer products industries is highly desirable

* 18+ years of progressively responsible experience including 3+ years in a similar capacity

* A detail oriented team player with the ability to perform very broad based financial responsibilities

* Exceptional analytical, communication, and leadership skills

About Ariat

Ariat is an innovative, outdoor global brand with roots in equestrian performance. We develop high-quality footwear and apparel for riders, ranchers, workers, and outdoorsmen who care about performance, quality, comfort, and style.

The salary range for this position is $260,000 - $300,000 per year.

The salary is determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data for geographic locations. Ariat in good faith believes that this posted compensation range is accurate for this role at this location at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future.

Ariat's holistic benefits package for full-time team members includes (but is not limited to):

* Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options

* Expanded wellness and mental health benefits

* Paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, and paid volunteer days

* 401(k) with company match

* Bonus incentive plans

* Team member discount on Ariat merchandise

Note: Availability of benefits may be subject to location & employment type and may have certain eligibility requirements. Ariat reserves the right to alter these benefits in whole or in part at any time without advance notice.

Ariat will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws. Ariat is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics or any other basis protected under federal, state, or local law. Ariat is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to candidates with disabilities. If you need an accommodation during the application process, email [email protected].

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Please note that Ariat does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Agreement, Ariat will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter/agency placement fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed Agreement, Ariat explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted directly to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Ariat.