Accounting Manager Job at Smith & Wesson in Maryville

Location

In-office/non-remote in Maryville, TN.

Scope

The Accounting Manager directs a team of accountants and specialists. A leader within the Corporate Accounting organization, this role manages the monthly close and payroll processes and ensures the accuracy and timeliness of accounting data within a defined scope of responsibility. This position reports to the Corporate Controller.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage the financial close process through direct oversight of a team of accountants and collaboration with other departments
• Prepare and review journal entries and account reconciliations to ensure results of operations and financial position are accurately stated in accordance with US GAAP
• Direct the accurate and timely processing of payroll
• Oversee the administration and accounting for employee stock compensation and purchase programs
• Analyze accounting data to provide meaningful and decision-useful insights within a defined scope of responsibility
• Exercise diligent staff development practices to develop and maintain a high-performing team of accountants and specialists
• Maintain, and improve as needed, effective and efficient accounting processes and documentation standards in support of accurate and timely accounting data and effective internal controls
• Support quarterly reviews and year-end audits, as needed
• Assist with footnote preparation for quarterly 10-Q and annual 10-K SEC filings, as needed
• Assist with annual budgeting and periodic forecasting within a defined scope of responsibility
• Perform special projects as assigned

NOTE: This list presents only the principal duties of the position and is not intended to be comprehensive.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in accounting required
• CPA and/or Master’s degree in accounting or finance preferred
• At least three years of management experience
• Public accounting experience a plus
• SAP experience a plus
• Public company experience a plus

Competencies and Skills

• Self-motivated, independent, and proactive with a high level of organization, professionalism and attention to detail
• Strong management skills and devotion to team and staff development
• Process minded and dedicated to process improvement
• Strong communication and analytical skills
• Familiarity with and willingness to work in a deadline-oriented, fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in ERP and Microsoft Office applications

Physical Demands

• Continuous: sittingposition, prolong use of computer and possible eye strain.
• Occasional: walking, standing, bending, kneeling, squatting, reaching
• Occasional lift: 0 to 30 pounds

NOTE: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment and Personal Protective Equipment

Within the Smith & Wesson manufacturing facility, employees may be exposed to manufacturing noise, airborne liquid chemicals, fine particulate dust, ambient temperatures, and industrial lighting. Work environment is similar to most manufacturing operations. May be exposed to excessive noise, temperatures, hazards associated with working around moving machinery, work in confined quarters, exposure to vibrations and shop lighting, continuous exposure to hot temperatures, may be humid, odors, dust, continuous exposure to mechanical hazards, and occasional exposure to chemical hazards.

The following Personal Protective Equipment is required:

• Safety glasses with side shields and hearing protection required when on manufacturing floor
• The use of additional personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required when a job task(s) is being completed in or around your assigned department or in another department, this includes safety eyewear, hearing protection, and safety footwear.

Who We Are

Since 1852 Smith & Wesson has empowered Americans with the freedom, equality, and security promised by the Declaration of Independence and guaranteed by the Bill of Rights. It is this sense of safety and security that frees us to pursue our goals and dreams, define our future, and fulfill the promise of America.

Benefits

• Health, Dental & Vision
• Prescription Drug Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program
• Group Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Investment 401K Plan & Profit Sharing
• Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Vacation, Holidays & Winter Shutdown
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Employee Product Discounts
• Service Awards

Revised: 10.23.2025

Qualifications

Assist in managing department providing information, primarily financial in nature, about all Company activities that will assist management, its shareholders and other users in making educated economic decisions about the Company's future.

Position reports to the Assistant Controller. All departures from company policies and procedures will be communicated to the Assistant Controller as soon as identified. The Assistant Controller will review and approve work performed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Prepare and review journal entries as part of the month end close process

Prepare and review reconciliations of balance sheet accounts as part of the month end close process to ensure financial results of operations are accurately represented and in conformance with US GAAP

Collect and maintain appropriate backup for auditor review and 404 compliance

Participate in the quarterly reviews and year-end audits

Assist in footnote preparation for quarterly 10-Q and annual 10-K SEC filings

Provide strategic recommendations and maintain solutions to business and financial problems

Perform special accounting projects as assigned

Budgeting and Forecasting: Assistance with Springfield operating expense budget

Treasury and cash management functions: Assist with preparation of monthly and quarterly cash forecasts

Assist with development and implementation of a cash management system, including upgrade and/or change of current banking systems

Manage accounts payable department to ensure timely payment of vendors and compliance with company policies and procedures.

Equity: Preparation of quarterly equity roll forward Calculate EPS and diluted EPS Assist with administration of employee stock purchase and RSU programs

Acquisition activity, where necessary: Assist in acquisition due diligence Assist in integration initiatives

NOTE: This list presents only the principal duties of the position and is not intended to be comprehensive. The duties and responsibilities listed above may be changed or supplemented at any time in accordance with business needs and conditions.

Education and Experience

Bachelor's Degree Finance-CPA and/or MBA preferred Minimum of 5 years' experience in accounting with management experience SEC reporting experience preferred

Competencies and Skills

Good command of the English language in both verbal and written skills Self-motivated, independent and proactive worker with a high level of organization, professionalism and attention to detail Solid communication and analytical skills Familiarity and willingness to work in a deadline-oriented, fast paced environment Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

Physical Demands

Continuous: sitting

Occasional: walking, standing, bending, kneeling, squatting, reaching, fine and gross upper body motor movement. Extended time in sitting position, prolong use of computer and possible eye strain.

Occasional lift: 0 to 30 pounds

NOTE: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment and Personal Protective Equipment

Within the Smith & Wesson manufacturing facility, employees may be exposed to manufacturing noise, airborne liquid chemicals, fine particulate dust, ambient temperatures, and industrial lighting. Work environment is similar to most manufacturing operations. May be exposed to excessive noise, temperatures, hazards associated with working around moving machinery, work in confined quarters, exposure to vibrations and shop lighting, continuous exposure to hot temperatures, may be humid, odors, dust, continuous exposure to mechanical hazards, and occasional exposure to chemical hazards.

The following Personal Protective Equipment is required:

Safety glasses with side shields and hearing protection required when on manufacturing floor

The use of additional personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required when a job task(s) is being completed in or around your assigned department or in another department, this includes safety eyewear, hearing protection, and safety footwear.