Director of Financial Accounting (Corporate Controller)

Rogue Fitness; United States; On-site; USD 140,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Rogue Fitness seeks an accounting leader to own the integrity of the company’s numbers and enable leadership to make faster, better decisions. Reporting to the CFO, you will manage the financial accounting team, oversee month-end close, financial statement prep, and general ledger maintenance.

This onsite role at the Rogue campus in Columbus, OH offers real influence across policies and controls. You will shape policy, strengthen controls, and partner with senior leaders across operations and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance from a recognized university.
• Active CPA license or equivalent designation.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience in manufacturing, food service, restaurant or analogous industries.
• 3+ years leading and developing accounting teams.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP or IFRS.
• Proven experience managing financial close and reporting for a complex organization.
• Management of Cost of Goods Sold and cost accounting in manufacturing.
• Knowledge of BOM, SKU, landed cost concepts and tariffs impact.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close with accuracy and speed.
• Prepare consolidated financial statements per US GAAP and IFRS.
• Deliver departmental reports for manufacturing, distribution, and global operations.
• Maintain general ledger and scalable chart of accounts.
• Own COGS and cost accounting for manufacturing processes.
• Ensure accurate BOM, SKU, and landed cost accounting and tariffs impact analysis.
• Design and maintain internal controls across financial processes.
• Serve as primary contact for internal and external audits.
• Ensure tax compliance with federal, state, and local requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Thinking

Technical Acumen

Communication

Integrity

Technology Proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Active CPA license

Tools

Google Workspace

QuickBooks

Tipalti

Concur

Microsoft AX

Avalara

Job description

Job Description

We're looking for an accounting leader to own the integrity of Rogue's numbers and help leadership make faster, better decisions. Reporting directly to the CFO, you'll manage the financial accounting team and oversee key processes, including month-end close, financial statement preparation, and general ledger maintenance. This is a hands-on leadership role with real influence. You'll shape policy, strengthen controls, and serve as a trusted partner to senior leaders across operations and finance. This role is onsite at the Rogue campus in Columbus, OH.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close, driving accuracy, speed, and continuous improvement.
• Prepare consolidated financial statements in accordance with US GAAP and IFRS.
• Deliver departmental reporting for manufacturing, distribution, and global operations.
• Maintain the general ledger and a chart of accounts that scales with the business.
• Own cost of goods sold and cost accounting for our manufacturing processes.
• Ensure accurate BOM, SKU-level, and landed cost accounting.
• Measure and report the impact of tariffs and other cost drivers on inventory and margins.
• Design and maintain strong internal controls across all financial processes.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external audits.
• Ensure timely compliance with federal, state, and local tax requirements, partnering with outside tax advisors.
• Develop best-in-class accounting policies and procedures, and provide technical guidance on complex transactions and new standards.
• Lead, coach, and develop the financial accounting team, including performance reviews and ongoing feedback.
• Manage workflow and resources across the department so the team can do its best work.
• Partner with the CFO and senior leaders on financial planning and business decisions.
• Translate complex accounting results into clear insights for non-finance audiences.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field from a Tier 1 University.
• Active CPA license or equivalent professional accounting designation.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience in the manufacturing, food service, restaurant or analogous industries.
• 3+ years of experience leading and developing accounting teams.
• Strong technical knowledge of GAAP or IFRS.
• Proven experience managing financial close and reporting processes for a complex organization.
• Management of Cost of Goods Sold and cost accounting with a focus on manufacturing processes.
• Technical knowledge of BOM, SKU, and landed cost accounting concepts with experience related to the recent tariff impacts on cost of goods sold.

Competencies

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to see the big picture and align financial operations with corporate strategy.
• Technical Acumen: Expert knowledge of accounting principles and financial regulations.
• Leadership: Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop a high-performing team.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills for presenting complex financial information to diverse audiences.
• Integrity: Unwavering commitment to ethical practice and financial integrity.
• Technology Proficiency: Advanced proficiency in financial software and spreadsheets, including Google Workspace, Quickbooks, Tipalti, Concur, Microsoft AX, and Avalara, etc.

Rogue Fitness is the leading manufacturer of strength and conditioning equipment, including barbells, power racks, sleds, and accessories. Founded in a garage in 2006, the company has grown to over 1400 team members globally. Rogue is the official equipment supplier of the CrossFit Games, USA Weightlifting, the Arnold Strongman Classic, and the World’s Strongest Man competition. The company remains dedicated to serving the needs of serious athletes at every level, from the garage to the arena.