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Sleep Number Finance Director, Corporate Services in Minneapolis, Minnesota

Company Overview

Sleep Number is a sleep wellness technology leader. For nearly four decades, we have placed sleep at the center of wellbeing, improving over 15 million lives with our Sleep Number smart beds. We are guided by our purpose – to improve the health and wellbeing of society through higher quality sleep. This is exemplified through our 4,000+ mission-driven team members who passionately innovate to drive value creation through our vertically integrated business model, owning the process from start to finish, including selling in our over 650 stores nationwide.

Our team members are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, sharing their unique perspectives, backgrounds and skills with Sleep Number every day. Whether you are entering, returning or experienced in the workforce, we have a place for you. We hope you join us in creating the future through higher quality sleep

Position Purpose:

Responsible for strategic financial leadership of the corporate services functions including treasury operations, accounts payable, accounts receivable and indirect tax. Partners with business leadership to achieve key financial and operational objectives. Support strategic and business planning for business unit(s) and measure performance/progress against stated objectives.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Serve as financial leader and strategic thought partner for capability advancements, advising on investment decisions, risk tradeoffs, and vendor relationships/negotiations

  • Performance management and analytical support for financial performance particularly cash flow and balance sheet reserves

  • Responsible for internal controls and disclosure controls for quarterly signoff for operations finance areas

  • Proactively strengthen working relationships throughout the organization in support of business objectives.

  • Supervision and development of finance staff

  • Coach and develop outcome-oriented professionals in supported business function(s) and within Finance, build enhanced capabilities through talent development, ongoing coaching, and performance management.

Key Performance Indicators:

  • Accuracy, timeliness, efficiency of financial reporting and compliance efforts (minimal number of deficiencies)

  • Mitigation of risks through effective internal control design, monitoring and testing to minimize surprises

  • Productivity – leveraging the costs of operating financial accounting and compliance teams (as % of net sales)

  • Team effectiveness and advancement of Finance team capabilities including technology

Position Requirements:

  • 7+ years’ experience in Finance with direct leadership experience

  • Accounting and/or treasury background preferred

  • Bachelor’s degree required

  • MBA desired

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

  • Strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills

  • Strong, positive interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment

  • Ability to partner effectively with cross-functional teams, including strong (internal) customer service and influencing skills

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

  • High level of integrity and accountability with a strong sense of urgency and results orientation

  • Leads by example, possesses a strong work ethic, and strives for excellence

  • Demonstrated time and project management skills; ability to multi-task and manage competing deadlines

  • Ability to recognize and execute continuous improvement opportunities

  • Ability to function effectively under pressure

  • Strong passion for Sleep Number including its mission, vision, and values

  • PC proficiency is essential (Windows environment) including Excel and database skills

  • GL accounting background

  • Oracle knowledge desired

Working Conditions (if applicable):

  • Office environment – 8 hours standing/sitting

  • Regular computer use

Wellbeing

Wellbeing is more than a catchphrase - it's a movement that permeates our company and through our team members. We are dedicated to enhancing and supporting the wellbeing of our team members and their families through benefits, programs, and resources across our five wellbeing pillars of emotional, financial, career, community, and physical health, with sleep at the center.

By joining our team, in addition to offering competitive pay programs, we are proud to offer eligible team members an extensive benefits package including, but not limited to medical and pharmacy benefits, dental, life and disability insurance, a matched 401(k) Plan, paid time off, and much more.

Safety

Safety is a top priority for Sleep Number supporting customers and team members wellbeing. COVID-19 Precaution(s) are in place consistent with CDC guidelines, U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Health & Safety Administration (OSHA), and state/local laws.

EEO Statement

Sleep Number is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to recruiting, hiring and promoting qualified people and prohibit discrimination based on race, color, marital status, religion, sex (including gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth), sexual orientation, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed servicemember status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

It is Sleep Number’s policy to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities during the application process, consistent with applicable law. We may require supporting medical or religious documentation where applicable and permissible by law. If you are a qualified individual, you may request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the selection process, including if you are unable or otherwise limited in your ability to access open roles here.

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