Accounting and Financial Analyst

Position Overview

The Accounting and Financial Analyst is critical to supporting the Venture Boat Group (VBG) North American finance and senior leadership teams, helping to manage a ~$80M+ revenue business for our Bayliner and Heyday product lines. The position will assist in financial oversight of the two brands including both monthly / quarterly close accounting activities, and commercial, operations activity support, forecasts and budgets. This will report to the Manager, FP&A and be a key thought partner of various functional management teams.

Essential Functions

• Perform monthly closing activities, ensuring accuracy of month end results and compliance with all internal and external deadlines.
• Process inter-company transactions and confirm related balances for domestic and global business partners.
• Research and resolve related variances.
• Complete variance analysis and provide management with ad hoc reports as requested.
• Compile and analyze financial information to prepare journal entries, complete assigned reconciliations of general ledger accounts and prepare financial reports.
• Utilize U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (U.S. GAAP) to ensure compliance with regulatory reporting requirements and internal controls.
• Prepare various fiscal reports for the division including income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow statements.
• Participate in monthly and quarterly financial close processes including the sales flash, journal entries, reconciliations, and judgmental reserve preparation.
• Participate in the post close processes such as monthly reconciliations.
• Work with brand leadership on key initiatives and performance tracking.
• Partner with commercial, operations, and finance teams.
• Maintain reporting such as retail and pipeline in support of monthly internal VBG, BBG and BC reviews.
• Prepare ad-hoc analysis for the VBG organization.
• Develop and maintain systems of internal controls to safeguard financial assets.
• Participate in audits.
• Effectively establishes priorities and manages multiple responsibilities, such as business team and finance deliverables and adhering to corporate timelines.
• Problem-solving ability to analyze results, identify opportunities and create solutions.
• Actively test business processes, procedures and controls and provide recommendations to make improvements.
• Periodically assist the BBG FP&A team on select reporting and tasks.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• One to three years of finance experience, preferably in a manufacturing or brand environment.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and Cost Accounting.
• Ability to manage and analyze large amounts of data using Excel or Power BI.
• Proficient with MS Office, specifically Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret financial reports.
• Strong communications and ability to concisely build a narrative for management, public groups, peers, and staff.
• Must be a willing partner to the senior leadership team and be able to represent the finance function while supporting the overall priorities of the business.
• Must demonstrate the highest standards of personal and professional integrity and character, and promote ethical business behavior throughout the organization.
• Flexible and self-starter; able to multi-task while also being detail oriented and manage tight deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Oracle, EPM, and Business Objects ERP software platforms.

At Brunswick

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Location and Travel

Location: Mettawa, IL
Workplace Category: Onsite
Travel Required: No

Benefits

• Annual discretionary bonus.
• Comprehensive and high-quality benefits offerings, including medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, 401k (up to 4% match), Health Savings Account (with company contribution), well-being program, product purchase discounts and much more.

About Brunswick Boat Group

Brunswick Boat Group is home to a diverse portfolio of iconic marine brands, including Bayliner, Boston Whaler, Crestliner, Harris, Heyday, Lowe, Lund, Navan, Princecraft, Protector, Quicksilver, Rayglass, Sea Ray, Spartan, Thunder Jet, and Uttern. Each brand carries a legacy of innovation, craftsmanship, and performance that has shaped the boating industry worldwide. Across our fiberglass and aluminum manufacturing facilities, our team members are the driving force behind our success. We foster a culture rooted in safety, integrity, continuous improvement, and personal growth. Whether you're building unsinkable legends, pioneering wake sports, or crafting fishing and pontoon boats trusted for generations, you'll be part of a united team committed to delivering exceptional experiences on the water.

Why Brunswick

Whatever tomorrow brings, we’ll be at the leading edge. As the clear leader in the marine industry, we're committed to our values and supporting our exceptional people. We offer valuable benefits including a competitive 401(k) plan with company match, health benefits, paid time off, a robust Wellness Program, and much more. In addition, we’re proud of being recognized for making a splash with numerous awards!

About Brunswick Corporation

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