Staff Accountant

About Filson:

In 1897 C.C. Filson began outfitting prospectors headed for the Gold Rush with tools and apparel strong enough for the toughest spots on earth. More than 100 years later, Filson remains committed to providing pioneers of all fields around the world with unfailing goods made from the highest quality materials available. 
 
Filson recognizes that it takes a world-class team to make a world-class product. As we build on the Filson legacy of American craftsmanship, we are looking for individuals who share our dedication to innovation, excellence, and superior customer service. We don’t work in silos but rely on open collaboration. It’s a jackknife mentality – the ability to accomplish more than what’s asked of you – that defines our culture of versatility and perseverance. 

Our outfitter mindset is deliberate and strategic. We are a small company, on purpose. We’re the ones doing the work, from product design and marketing, to cutting, sewing, and restoration.  

With more than 125 years under our belt, we still have a start-up mentality. Driven by an independent spirit and an uncompromising attitude that demands we lead with conviction. 

Job Summary:

This position reports directly to the Accounting Manager at Filson and will be responsible for performing daily and monthly accounting tasks required to support the company’s Finance function. A successful candidate will possess excellent problem-solving skills geared toward finding efficiencies in day-to-day processes around month end close and account reconciliations. A desirable candidate will also have proven experience working collaboratively on teams, presenting ad hoc analyses leadership and members of other departments, and be comfortable working in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerBI.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor GL Transactions and prepare account reconciliations monthly including but not limited to:
• Cash
• Inventory and related reserves
• Allowances, Returns and other Management Estimates
• Sales reconciliations
• Accruals
• Fixed Asset and Depreciation Schedules
• Work closely with the operations and inventory management team to compile and evaluate standard costs, inventory KPI’s, and other financial metrics used to assess operational performance.
• Prepare ad hoc reports and financial analyses including but not limited to:
• Budget to actual variances by department
• Expense line-item drill downs
• Store P&L and KPI analyses
• Coordinate with other Bedrock finance teams to compile financial reports related to Filson.

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in Accounting or Audit
• Bachelor's of Business Administration or other four-year degree in Finance/Accounting
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Integrity, honesty, and high ethical standards
• Excellent written and verbal skills

Sampling of our Total Rewards Program:

• Paid Time-off:
  • 11 corporate holidays 
  • 20 paid vacation days 
  • 2 volunteer days
• Benefits:
  • Medical, dental & vision - click here to view our full package! 
  • 401K with company match 
  • Employee assistance program 
  • Pet Insurance
• Merchandise discounts
• Complimentary Filson bag at 90 days of employment

Filson is an equal opportunity employer.  We believe that every employee has the right to work in surroundings which are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination.  It is our policy that all decisions involving any aspect of the employment relationship will be made without regard to race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, veteran and military status, genetic information, political ideology or any other status or characteristic protected by local, state or federal law.  Discrimination and/or harassment based on any of those factors are totally inconsistent with our philosophy of doing business and will not be tolerated. 

With regard to applicants or employees with disabilities, the company offers what the law refers to as "reasonable accommodation" to enable a person to perform his or her job.