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POSITION SUMMARY
At White River Marine Group, we're proud to be part of North America's premier outdoor and conservation company and the world's largest builder of fishing and recreational boats by volume. Our world-class manufacturing team designs and builds trusted boat brands that help create lasting memories on the water. Supported by the Tracker Marine Boat Center network, the largest volume boat retailer in the world with more than 150 locations across North America, and an extensive independent dealership network, we are uniquely positioned to connect customers with the products, experiences, and adventures they love. Together, we're driven by innovation, craftsmanship, and a passion for the outdoors as we fulfill our mission of ensuring everyone can experience the joy of fishing, boating, and off-roading.
Reporting to the CFO of Great Outdoors Group, LLC ("Bass Pro Shops"), the Vice President of Finance serves as the senior financial leader for White River Marine Group and a key member of the executive leadership team. This role partners directly with the President of White River Marine Group to drive financial performance, support strategic growth initiatives, and provide the insight and guidance necessary to make informed business decisions across a complex manufacturing organization.
The Vice President of Finance is responsible for leading all financial operations for White River Marine Group, including financial planning and analysis, accounting, cost management, treasury, budgeting, forecasting, capital planning, and financial reporting. This leader will oversee the financial performance of multiple manufacturing facilities and support an organization that manufactures and distributes some of the most recognized brands in the marine industry.
As a strategic business partner, the Vice President of Finance will work closely with manufacturing, operations, supply chain, sales, and corporate leadership to improve profitability, optimize operational performance, evaluate investments, and support long-term growth objectives. The successful candidate will bring both strong financial expertise and business acumen, helping shape strategy while ensuring sound financial stewardship across the organization.
This leader will also develop and lead a high-performing finance and accounting team, fostering a culture rooted in Customer Focus, Teamwork (WINS!), Servant Leadership, and Ownership. Through collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement, the Vice President of Finance will help drive operational excellence and business results across White River Marine Group.
What You Will Do
Strategic Financial Leadership

• Serve as a trusted advisor to the President of White River Marine Group and executive leadership team, providing financial leadership and recommendations that influence business performance, capital investments, and long-term growth.
• Lead the development and execution of financial strategies that support profitable growth and operational excellence.
• Drive long-range financial planning, annual operating plans, and forecasting processes.
• Partner with executive leadership to evaluate strategic growth opportunities, capital investments, and operational improvement initiatives.
• Provide financial leadership and analysis to support key business decisions and long-term strategic planning.

Financial Planning & Performance Management

• Lead all budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and performance management processes across the organization.
• Establish and monitor key financial and operational performance metrics, providing actionable insights to improve profitability, productivity, and efficiency.
• Analyze financial results, market conditions, and economic trends to identify risks and opportunities.
• Drive financial accountability across the organization through timely reporting, analysis, and decision support.

Accounting & Financial Operations

• Oversee all accounting and financial operations supporting White River Marine Group's manufacturing and corporate functions.
• Ensure timely, accurate, and transparent financial reporting in accordance with GAAP and company policies.
• Maintain effective financial controls, processes, and systems that support business growth and operational effectiveness.
• Partner with operations leadership to optimize manufacturing costs, inventory performance, and working capital management.

Leadership & Team Development

• Build, lead, and develop a high-performing finance and accounting organization across multiple locations.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and professional development.
• Provide coaching and mentorship that enables team members to maximize performance and career growth.
• Partner with leaders across the organization to drive financial accountability and informed decision-making.

What You Will Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field required; MBA and/or CPA strongly preferred.
• 15+ years of progressive finance and accounting experience, including senior finance leadership within a complex organization.
• Manufacturing experience preferred, including a strong understanding of cost accounting, inventory management, and operational finance.
• Demonstrated success partnering with executive leadership teams to develop strategy and drive business performance.
• Experience leading multi-site financial operations and geographically dispersed teams.
• Proven ability to evaluate capital investments, develop business cases, and support strategic growth initiatives.
• Strong business acumen and analytical capabilities with the ability to translate complex financial information into business decisions.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and influencing skills.
• Strong personal values characterized by integrity, accountability, sound judgment, and a customer-focused mindset.

Why Join Us
Join one of the most influential organizations in the outdoor recreation industry and help shape the future of the world's largest builder of fishing and recreational boats by volume. As Vice President of Finance, you'll serve as a key architect of White River Marine Group's growth strategy, partnering with executive leadership to guide major business decisions, optimize a large-scale manufacturing enterprise, and drive long-term value creation.
This is a unique opportunity to combine strategic leadership with operational impact, influencing the direction of an iconic portfolio of brands, supporting thousands of dedicated team members, and helping deliver products that connect millions of people to the outdoors. If you're a collaborative leader who thrives at the intersection of strategy, finance, and operations, we invite you to help shape the next chapter of growth for White River Marine Group.
Full Time Benefits Summary:
Enjoy discounts on retail merchandise, our restaurants, world-class resorts and conservation attractions!

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Voluntary benefits
• 401k Retirement Savings
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick time
• Bass Pro Cares Fund
• And more!

Bass Pro Shops is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
Reasonable Accommodations
Qualified individuals with known disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please visit your nearest location or contact us at hrcompliance@basspro.com.
White River Marine Group