Sea to Summit is an award-winning Australian brand and manufacturer of ingeniously designed, omni-terrain outdoor gear. We are constantly searching for the perfect balance of weight, durability and packability and our products are field-tested in the world’s most demanding environments.  Sea to Summit was established in 1990 and currently has offices in Western Australia, North America, Germany, and China.

• Oversee all financial functions of the business including the accuracy of the general ledger, ensuring all automated (from subsystems) and manual entries are reporting into SAP correctly
• Oversee the accuracy of the biweekly payroll, approve for processing, record cash requirements in SAP and provide reports to staff accountant for recording in SAP
• Oversee credit management, accounts receivable and accounts payable teams
• Track and invoice global costs back to global finance for accurate intercompany accounting on a monthly basis
• Record all actual landed costs in SAP and reconcile against the relevant payables
• Assess financial activity, prepare monthly accruals and other journal entries for accurate financial reporting in accordance to International Accounting Standards, close the books for the month and report results to global finance in accordance with global deadlines, and prepare monthly Balance Sheet reconciliations
• Work with department heads to provide information for both capital and operating budget, consolidate at the total company level and communicate results to global finance
• Prepare monthly actual v budget reporting and variance analysis. Prepare monthly financial forecasts including balance sheet, P & L and cash flow
• Oversee all banking activity and ensure the accuracy of transactions within the checking account
• Collaborate with external tax advisors to determine income tax liabilities and remit payments to agencies accurately and in a timely fashion
• Prepare monthly and/or quarterly filings and payments to all required agencies including regulatory agencies and outside sales (commission based) agencies
• Oversee the company’s sales and use tax collection, filings, and payments
• Oversee and/or prepare the company’s 1099 and W-2 reporting at year end. Review quarterly payroll tax filings for accuracy
• Contribute financial and other advice for successful management, improved efficiencies, and expense control of the company as a member of the management team
• Support global finance with due diligence and audits as necessary
• Collaborate with various departments , maintain a flexible attitude and support the organizational objectives by carrying duties assigned by Group Financial Controller, along with other duties as assigned

• 5-7 years of experience in accounting or related field
• 2+ years’ experience in leading and developing a small finance team
• Previous experience reporting to remote direct manager on a different time zone
• Well-developed analytical, verbal and written communication, and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Broad understanding of financial/accounting principles
• Demonstrated working knowledge in applying International and US Accounting Standards
• Demonstrated working knowledge in Tax compliance
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy
• Proven leadership skills
• Team oriented, results focused individual with hands-on style committed to delivering a very high-quality work product
• Creativity and tenacity in analysis and problem solving
• “Can-do” attitude; ability to work intensively with a full sense of ownership of the work product at all times
• Demonstrates Adaptability & Flexibility & Resilience
• Experience working with the headquarters team for a global brand
• Able to accommodate weekly late afternoon meetings
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• SAP experience a plus
• Executive presence and attention to detail are essential to this role
• Experience with fast growing consumer brands sold through both retail and eCommerce channels
• Self-starter and persistent, with strong analytical skills
• Known for developing and delivering results on a timely basis
• Able to work in an ambiguous, fast-growing, team-first environment
• Must be able to pass a background check

• Bachelors in finance or accounting required
• CPA Certification required