Full-Time
Manager - Financial Planning and Analysis
Outdoor Performance
Posted on 8/29/2025
Simms Fishing Products
51-200 employees
Premium fly-fishing gear manufacturer
Compensation Overview
$88k - $120k/yr
Bozeman, MT, USA
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- Bachelor’s degree in finance or economics.
- 5+ years of progressive planning and financial analysis experience in a consumer products manufacturing/sourcing company.
- Proven ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, present findings in a clear and concise manner, and influence decision-makers.
- Strategic mindset with the ability to think critically, solve problems, and contribute to the development of innovative solutions.
- Ability to work cross-functionally with all levels of the organization.
- Lead the development, implementation, and ongoing management of the financial planning processes, including annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and long-range strategic plans.
- Conduct in-depth analysis to support strategic decision-making, evaluate business performance, identify trends, and recommend actionable insights to optimize financial results.
- Develop and maintain accurate forecasting models to project financial performance, monitor variances against budgets/forecasts, and prepare regular management reports to communicate key findings and recommendations.
- Partner with business leaders to continuously improve and drive the business, improving growth and profitability through a process of financial planning, analysis, and risk management.
- Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess business performance, monitor progress towards financial goals, and proactively identify areas for improvement.
- Manage and prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for stakeholders that support key decision-making in the organizations.
- Continuously identify opportunities to enhance financial planning and analysis processes, streamline reporting mechanisms, and implement best practices to drive efficiency and accuracy.
Simms Fishing Products designs and makes premium fly-fishing gear, with a focus on durable, American-made waders and apparel. Its products work by using high-quality materials and technology—initially neoprene waders and later breathable Gore-Tex waders—to keep anglers dry and comfortable on the water, with sturdy construction built to last in real-world fishing conditions. The company differentiates itself from competitors through long-running emphasis on quality, durability, and American manufacturing, helped by early adoption of advanced materials and partnerships (notably with Gore-Tex) and a strong reputation among serious anglers and professional guides. Simms aims to be a leading, trusted brand in fly fishing, extending anglers’ time on the water and maintaining its premium positioning even after acquisition by Vista Outdoor while keeping its Bozeman, Montana headquarters.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Bozeman, Montana
Founded
1980
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Derek Tarlecki drove 25% YoY growth in Q3 2023 through Vista integration.
- Expanded product line beyond waders into apparel, footwear, and technical gear.
- Conservation partnerships with The Conservation Alliance strengthen brand loyalty among core anglers.
What critics are saying
- Vista Outdoor's failed CSWG acquisition triggers forced Simms divestiture to discount retailers.
- Patagonia and Orvis undercut Gore-Tex pricing with proprietary waterproof tech and DTC channels.
- ReCast resale platform floods market with discounted used waders, depressing new margins.
What makes Simms Fishing Products unique
- Only two certified Gore-Tex wader manufacturers globally; largest US producer.
- Relocated to Bozeman, Montana, the fly-fishing capital, embedding brand in core market.
- Pioneered breathable Gore-Tex waders in 1993, establishing premium market standard.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
Employee Discounts
Company News
Protecting the headwaters: why Roadless areas matter. For Simms, everything starts with water. From the clear, cold streams that flow through Montana's mountain ranges to the backcountry headwaters that sustain trout and the people who chase them, the landscapes Simms depend on are directly shaped by how Simms choose to protect them. That is why Simms is partnering with The Conservation Alliance to defend the Roadless Rule, a landmark conservation policy that safeguards more than 58 million acres of undeveloped national forest lands across the United States. These areas are the beating heart of its public lands system. They filter its water, store its snowpack, and provide critical habitat for fish and wildlife. What the Roadless Rule Does First enacted in 2001, the Roadless Rule limits industrial road building and large-scale development in some of the most intact forest ecosystems across the entire country, from the Tongass National Forest in Alaska to the Bitterroot Mountains in Montana. By preventing new roads from fragmenting these wild landscapes, the rule helps keep water clean, fish habitat intact, and opportunities for quiet recreation alive. For anglers, that means protecting the very headwaters that give life to the sport. These are the cold-water refuges where native cutthroat still thrive, where wild steelhead migrate, and where the next generation of anglers can discover the same sense of awe and solitude that shaped Simms. In recent years, the Roadless Rule has faced repeated attempts at rollback. Efforts to weaken or remove protections, especially in the Tongass, the country's largest national forest, put millions of acres of critical salmon and trout habitat at risk. With the outdoor recreation economy contributing more than 1.2 trillion dollars annually and supporting over five million American jobs, keeping these landscapes intact is not just an environmental priority; it is an economic one. Businesses like ours and countless others in the outdoor industry rely on healthy, functioning ecosystems to thrive. The Roadless Rule is not about locking people out. It is about keeping the door open for the future of anglers, guides, and communities whose livelihoods depend on clean water and healthy fisheries. As a Bozeman-based company, Simms has always understood that conservation and access go hand in hand. Through its ongoing partnership with The Conservation Alliance, Simms continue to use its voice to advocate for policies that protect the places that make fishing possible. Later this year, Simms will be donating Freestone Waders and boots to support The Conservation Alliance's annual Give Guide, helping fund grassroots organizations that defend public lands and waters across North America. You do not have to be a policymaker to make an impact. Every purchase from conservation-minded brands, every letter sent to a decision-maker, and every day spent outside builds momentum toward a shared goal: ensuring its public lands and waters remain healthy, wild, and accessible. Learn more about The Conservation Alliance at www.conservationalliance.com.
Wader and apparel expert Simms Fishing Products has launched its limited-edition Dead on The Water collection in collaboration with the famous Grateful Dead band.
The folks at Simms have launched a resale platform, ReCast, that allows buyers and sellers to have confidence that everything is up to snuff.
Simms also introduces the Women's Glades Hoodie in Dark Clover Heather and Steel Blue Heather.