Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Policies)

12 Months Ended

Jun. 30, 2022

Accounting Policies [Abstract]

Principles of Consolidation

Principles of Consolidation: The consolidated financial statements include the accounts of all subsidiaries. All intercompany balances and transactions have been eliminated in the consolidation.

Operating Segments

Operating Segments: Our operating segments are aligned with our four business units: Workplace, Health, Hospitality, and eBusiness. Our portfolio of furniture products and services are sold across all business units under our family of brands: Kimball, National, Etc., Interwoven, Kimball Hospitality, D’Style, and Poppin. Our four operating segments aggregate into one reportable segment as they have similar products and services in nature, use similar production and distribution processes, sell to similar types of customers, and share similar long-term economic characteristics.

Use of Estimates

Use of Estimates: The preparation of financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (“U.S. GAAP”) requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts included in the consolidated financial statements and related note disclosures. While efforts are made to assure estimates used are reasonably accurate based on management’s knowledge of current events, actual results could differ from those estimates.

Revenue Recognition

Revenue Recognition: Revenue is measured as the amount of consideration we expect to receive in exchange for transferring distinct goods or providing services to customers. Our revenue consists substantially of product sales, and is reported net of sales discounts, rebates, incentives, returns, and other allowances offered to customers. We recognize revenue when performance obligations under the terms of contracts with our customers are satisfied, which occurs when control passes to a customer to enable them to direct the use of and obtain benefit from the product. This typically occurs when a customer obtains legal title, obtains the risks and rewards of ownership, has received the goods according to the contractual shipping terms either at the shipping point or destination, and is obligated to pay for the product. Shipping and handling activities are recognized as fulfillment activities and are expensed at the time revenue is recognized. We recognize sales net of applicable sales taxes and similar revenue-based taxes. We use judgment in estimating the reduction in net sales driven by customer rebate and incentive programs. Judgments primarily include expected sales levels to be achieved and the corresponding rebate and incentive amounts expected to be earned by dealers and salespersons. We also use judgment in estimating a reserve for returns and allowances which is recorded at the time of the sale, based on estimated product returns and price concessions. The reserve for returns and allowances is recorded in Accrued Expenses on the Consolidated Balance Sheets, and the expense is recorded as a reduction of Net Sales in the Consolidated Statements of Operations. We perform ongoing credit evaluations of our customers and impair receivable balances by recording specific allowances for bad debts based on judgment using factors such as current trends, the length of time the receivables are past due, and historical collection experience. The allowance for accounts receivable balances that are determined likely to be uncollectible are a reduction in the Receivables line of the Consolidated Balance Sheets, and the expense is recorded in Selling and Administrative Expenses in the Consolidated Statements of Operations.

Cash and Cash Equivalents

Cash and Cash Equivalents: Cash equivalents consist primarily of highly liquid investments with original maturities of three months or less at the time of acquisition. Cash and cash equivalents consist of bank accounts and money market funds. Bank accounts are stated at cost, which approximates fair value, and money market funds are stated at fair value.

Notes Receivable and Trade Accounts Receivable

Notes Receivable and Trade Accounts Receivable: Our notes receivable and trade accounts receivable are recorded per the terms of the agreement or sale, and accrued interest is recognized when earned. We determine on a case-by-case basis the cessation of accruing interest, the resumption of accruing interest, the method of recording payments received on nonaccrual receivables, and the delinquency status for our limited number of notes receivable. Our policy for estimating the allowance for credit losses on trade accounts receivable and notes receivable considers several factors including historical write-off experience, overall customer credit quality in relation to general economic and market conditions, and specific customer account analyses to estimate the collectability of certain accounts. The specific customer account analyses considers such items as aging, credit worthiness, payment history, and historical bad debt experience. Trade accounts receivable and notes receivable are written off after exhaustive collection efforts occur and the receivable is deemed uncollectible. Our limited amount of notes receivable allows management to monitor the risks, credit quality indicators, collectability, and probability of impairment on an individual basis. Adjustments to the allowance for credit losses are recorded in selling and administrative expenses. Customary terms require payment within 30 days, with terms beyond 30 days being considered extended.

Inventories

Inventories: Inventories are stated at the lower of cost or net realizable value. Cost includes material, labor, and applicable manufacturing overhead. Costs associated with underutilization of capacity are expensed as incurred. Inventory cost was determined using the last-in, first-out (“LIFO”) method for approximately 51% and 67% of consolidated inventories at June 30, 2022 and June 30, 2021, respectively. The remaining inventories were valued using the first-in, first-out (“FIFO”) method and average cost method.

The cost of inventory valued under the LIFO method is calculated using the inventory price index computation (“IPIC”) method, in which external indexes are used to calculate inflation for the purpose of valuing LIFO inventories. Under this method, inventory is grouped into LIFO pools consisting of inventory with similar productive activities, including methods of obtaining, processing, and selling inventory. A cumulative inflation index is computed for each LIFO pool, calculated as the weighted average inflation rate of the various inventory categories making up the pool. Our source of LIFO inflation indices is the producer price index (“PPI”) published by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. We assign PPI categories to similar types of inventory items in order to measure inflation for each type of inventory. The pools’ cumulative indexes are used to deflate the inventory current-year cost to base period prices, which is then compared to the prior year’s inventory valued at base period prices. If the current year’s inventory at base is greater than the previous year’s inventory at base, the increment is multiplied by the pool cumulative inflation index to price the LIFO layer. If the current year’s inventory at base is less than the previous year’s inventory at base, the decrement erodes a previous LIFO layer and is priced using the index originally used to price the layer. A LIFO reserve is calculated as the difference between the FIFO value and the total computed LIFO layers. The LIFO reserve reduces the value of FIFO inventory to LIFO cost. During periods of rising prices, the LIFO method generally results in higher current costs being charged against income while lower costs are retained in inventories. Conversely, during periods of decreasing prices, the LIFO method generally results in lower current costs being charged against income and higher stated inventories.

Inventories are adjusted for excess and obsolete inventory. Evaluation of excess inventory includes such factors as anticipated usage, inventory turnover, inventory levels, and product demand levels. Factors considered when evaluating obsolescence include the age of on-hand inventory and reduction in value due to damage, use as showroom samples, design changes, or cessation of product lines. For inventory valued using the LIFO method, excess and obsolete inventory is determined based upon FIFO inventory values, but the LIFO reserve is adjusted to prevent recognizing excessive inventory reserves in total.

Property, Equipment, and Depreciation

Property, Equipment, and Depreciation: Property and equipment are stated at cost less accumulated depreciation. Depreciation is provided over the estimated useful life of the assets using the straight-line method for financial reporting purposes. Leasehold improvements are amortized on a straight-line basis over the shorter of the useful life of the improvement or the term of the lease. Major maintenance activities and improvements are capitalized; other maintenance, repairs, and minor renewals are expensed. Depreciation and expenses for maintenance, repairs and minor renewals are included in both the Cost of Sales line and the Selling and Administrative Expenses line of the Consolidated Statements of Operations.

Impairment of Long-Lived Assets

Impairment of Long-Lived Assets: We perform reviews for impairment of long-lived assets whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying value of an asset may not be recoverable. Impairment is recognized when estimated future cash flows expected to result from the use of the asset and its eventual disposition are less than its carrying amount. When an impairment is identified, the carrying amount of the asset is reduced to its estimated fair value. Assets to be disposed of are recorded at the lower of net book value or fair market value less cost to sell at the date management commits to a plan of disposal. The impairments of long-lived assets were primarily related to our transformation restructuring plan and are described in Note 3. Restructuring of Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements.

Business Combinations

Business Combinations: The purchase price of an acquired company is allocated between tangible and intangible assets acquired and liabilities assumed from the acquired business based on their estimated fair values, with the residual of the purchase price recorded as goodwill. The results of operations of the acquired business are included in our operating results from the day of acquisition. Any contingent earn-out liability is assessed quarterly and is recorded at fair value as of the reporting date.

Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets

Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets: Goodwill represents the difference between the purchase price and the related underlying tangible and intangible net asset fair values resulting from business acquisitions. Goodwill is assigned to and the fair value is tested at the reporting unit level. Annually, or if conditions indicate an earlier review is necessary, we may assess qualitative factors to determine if it is more likely than not that the fair value is less than its carrying amount. We also have the option to bypass the qualitative assessment and proceed directly to performing the quantitative goodwill impairment test which compares the carrying value of the reporting unit to the reporting unit’s fair value to identify impairment. Under the quantitative assessment, if the fair value of the reporting unit is less than the carrying value, goodwill is written down to its fair value. The fair value is established primarily using a discounted cash flow analysis and secondarily a market approach utilizing current industry information. The calculation of the fair value of the reporting unit considers current market conditions existing at the assessment date and reporting unit specific scenarios weighted on probability of outcome.Application of the goodwill impairment test requires judgment, including the identification of reporting units, assignment of assets and liabilities to reporting units, assignment of goodwill to reporting units, and determination of the fair value of each reporting unit. This analysis requires significant judgments, including estimation of future cash flows, which is dependent on internal forecasts, estimation of the long-term rate of growth for our business, and determination of our weighted average cost of capital. The estimates used to calculate the fair value of a reporting unit change from year to year based on operating results, market conditions, and other factors. Changes in these estimates and assumptions could materially affect the determination of fair value and goodwill impairment for each reporting unit. While we have historically performed goodwill impairment testing annually during the second fiscal quarter, changes in circumstances may require interim assessments of the carrying amounts of our reporting units relative to their fair values.

Impairment or Disposal of Intangible Assets

Intangible assets are reviewed for impairment when events or circumstances indicate that the carrying value may not be recoverable over the remaining lives of the assets.

Other Intangible Assets

Capitalized software is stated at cost less accumulated amortization and is amortized using the straight-line method. During the software application development stage, capitalized costs include external consulting costs, cost of software licenses, and internal payroll and payroll-related costs for employees who are directly associated with a software project. Upgrades and enhancements are capitalized if they result in added functionality which enable the software to perform tasks it was previously incapable of performing. Software maintenance, training, data conversion, and business process re-engineering costs are expensed in the period in which they are incurred. Trade names, non-compete agreements, acquired technology, patents and trademarks are amortized on a straight-line basis over their estimated useful lives. Customer relationships are amortized based on estimated attrition rates of customers. We have no intangible assets with indefinite useful lives which are not subject to amortization.

Research and Development

Research and Development: The costs of research and development are expensed as incurred.

Advertising

Advertising: Advertising costs are expensed as incurred.

Insurance and Self-insurance

Insurance and Self-insurance: We are self-insured for certain employee health benefits including medical, short-term disability, and dental. Our self-insured reserves are estimated based upon a number of factors including known claims, estimated incurred but not reported claims, and other analyses, which are based on historical information along with certain assumptions about future events. We carry medical coverage for our eligible workforce not covered by self-insured plans. Insurance benefits are not provided to retired employees.

We also participate, along with other companies, in a group captive insurance company (“Captive”). The Captive insures losses related to worker's compensation, motor vehicle liability, product liability, and general liability. The Captive reinsures catastrophic losses for all participants, including Kimball International, in excess of predetermined amounts. We pay premiums to the Captive which accumulate as a prepaid deposit estimated for losses related to the above coverage. We also maintain a reserve for outstanding unpaid workers’ compensation claims, including an estimate of incurred but not reported claims.

Additionally, we purchase insurance coverage for property insurance, director and officer liability insurance, umbrella coverage, and other risks.

Income Taxes

Income Taxes: Deferred income taxes are recognized for the estimated future tax consequences attributable to temporary differences between the financial statement carrying amounts of assets and liabilities and their respective tax bases. The deferred taxes are measured using enacted tax rates expected to apply to taxable income in the years in which the temporary differences are expected to reverse. We evaluate the recoverability of deferred tax assets each quarter by assessing the likelihood of future taxable income and available tax planning strategies that could be implemented to realize our deferred tax assets. If recovery is not likely, we provide a valuation allowance based on our best estimate of future taxable income in the various taxing jurisdictions and the amount of deferred taxes ultimately realizable. Future events could change management’s assessment. We classify net deferred tax assets and liabilities as non-current assets in our consolidated balance sheets.

Income Tax Uncertainties

We operate within multiple taxing jurisdictions and are subject to tax audits in these jurisdictions. These audits can involve complex uncertain tax positions, which may require an extended period of time to resolve. A tax benefit from an uncertain tax position may be recognized only if it is more likely than not that the tax position will be sustained on examination by taxing authorities, based on the technical merits of the position. We maintain a liability for uncertain income tax and other tax positions, including accrued interest and penalties on those positions. As tax positions are effectively settled, the tax liability is adjusted accordingly. We recognize interest and penalties related to unrecognized tax benefits in the Provision for Income Taxes line of the Consolidated Statements of Operations.

Off-Balance-Sheet Risk

Off-Balance Sheet Risk: Our off-balance sheet arrangements are limited to standby letters of credit and performance bonds entered into in the normal course of business as described in Note 10 - Commitments and Contingent Liabilities of Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements.

Non-operating Income and Expense

Non-operating Income and Expense: Non-operating income and expense include the impact of such items as fair value adjustments on Supplemental Employee Retirement Plan (“SERP”) investments, amortization of actuarial income, foreign currency rate movements, bank charges, and other miscellaneous non-operating income and expense items that are not directly related to operations. The gain or loss on SERP investments is offset by a change in the SERP liability that is recognized in selling and administrative expenses.

Foreign Currency Translation

Foreign Currency Translation: Our foreign operations use the U.S. Dollar as their functional currency. Foreign currency assets and liabilities are remeasured into functional currencies at end-of-period exchange rates, except for nonmonetary assets and equity, which are remeasured at historical exchange rates. Revenue and expenses are remeasured at the weighted average exchange rate during the fiscal year, except for expenses related to nonmonetary assets, which are remeasured at historical exchange rates. Gains and losses from foreign currency remeasurement are reported in the Non-operating income or expense line item on the Consolidated Statements of Operations.

Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities

Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities: Derivative financial instruments are recognized on the balance sheet as assets and liabilities and are measured at fair value. Changes in the fair value of derivatives are recorded each period in earnings or accumulated other comprehensive income, depending on whether a derivative is designated and effective as part of a hedge transaction, and if it is, the type of hedge transaction. Hedge accounting is utilized when a derivative is expected to be highly effective upon execution and continues to be highly effective over the duration of the hedge transaction. Hedge accounting permits gains and losses on derivative instruments to be deferred in accumulated other comprehensive income and subsequently included in earnings in the periods in which earnings are affected by the hedged item, or when the derivative is determined to be ineffective. We have used derivatives primarily for interest rate risk inherent in the variable rate of our revolving credit facility.

Stock-Based Compensation

Stock-Based Compensation: As described in Note 13 - Stock Compensation Plans of Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements, we maintain a stock-based compensation plan which allows for the issuance of stock unit awards, restricted stock awards, stock options, stock appreciation rights, and other stock-based awards, each of which may include performance-based conditions, to certain employees, non-employee directors, consultants, and advisors. We recognize the cost resulting from share-based payment transactions using a fair-value-based method. The estimated fair value of restricted stock units is based on the stock price at the date of the grant. The estimated fair value of outstanding relative total shareholder return performance units (“RTSR”) is based on the grant date fair value of RTSR awards using a Monte Carlo simulation which includes estimating the movement of stock prices and the effects of volatility, interest rates, and dividends. Stock-based compensation expense is recognized for the portion of the awards that are ultimately expected to vest. Forfeitures are recognized as they occur.

Recent Accounting Pronouncements

Recently Issued Accounting Pronouncements Not Yet Adopted:

In October 2021, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) issued guidance on accounting for contract assets and contract liabilities, related to revenue contracts with customers, during a business combination by the acquiring business entity. The acquirer is to measure the contract asset and contract liability as of the acquisition date as if the acquirer had originated the contracts. This is a departure from the current practice under U.S. GAAP of recognizing contract assets and contract liabilities at fair value as of the acquisition date. The guidance will be effective in our first quarter of fiscal year 2024, though early adoption is permitted. Management is unable to predict whether the adoption of this guidance will have a material impact on our financial statements.

We evaluate all accounting pronouncements issued by the FASB for consideration of their applicability to our consolidated financial statements. We have assessed all recently issued accounting pronouncements that have not yet been adopted and concluded that those not disclosed are either not applicable to us or are not expected to have a material effect on our consolidated financial statements.

Revenue Recognition Sale of Goods Policy

We recognize revenue when performance obligations under the terms of contracts with our customers are satisfied, which occurs when control passes to a customer to enable them to direct the use of and obtain benefit from a product. This typically occurs when a customer obtains legal title, obtains the risks and rewards of ownership, has received the goods according to the contractual shipping terms either at the shipping point or destination, and is obligated to pay for the product.

Revenue Recognition Sales of Service Policy

For services, revenue is recognized when the service is performed and we have an enforceable right to payment.

Shipping and Handling Activities Policy

For shipping and handling activities, we are applying an accounting policy election which allows an entity to account for shipping and handling activities as fulfillment activities rather than a promised good or service when the activities are performed, even if those activities are performed after the control of the good has been transferred to the customer. Therefore, we expense shipping and handling costs at the time revenue is recognized. We classify shipping and handling expenses in Cost of Sales in the Consolidated Statements of Operations.

Revenue, Transaction Price Measurement, Tax Exclusion

We are also applying an accounting policy election which allows an entity to exclude from revenue any amounts collected from customers on behalf of third parties, such as sales taxes and other similar taxes we collect concurrent with revenue-producing activities. Therefore, we present revenue net of sales taxes and similar revenue-based taxes.

Recognition of Asset and Liability for Lease

Certain leases have terms that are dependent upon the occurrence of events, activities, or circumstances in lease agreements and incur variable lease expense driven by warehouse square footage utilized, property taxes assessed, and other non-lease component charges. Variable lease expense is presented as operating expense in our Consolidated Statements of Operations in the same line item as expense arising from fixed lease payments for operating leases.

Separation of Lease and Nonlease Components

For all classes of assets, we do not separate non-lease components of a contract from the lease components to which they relate.

Short-term Leases

We do not recognize a right-of-use asset or lease liability for short-term leases that have a lease term of twelve months or less.

Product Warranties

We estimate product warranty liability at the time of sale based on historical repair or replacement cost trends in conjunction with the length of the warranty offered. Management refines the warranty liability periodically based on changes in historical cost trends and in certain cases where specific warranty issues become known. The product warranty liability is included on the Accrued Expenses and Other lines of our Consolidated Balance Sheets.

Postemployment Benefit Plans

The actuarial gains are amortized on a straight-line basis over the average remaining service period of employees expected to receive benefits under the plans.

Fair Value

We categorize assets and liabilities measured at fair value into three levels based upon the assumptions (inputs) used to price the assets or liabilities. Level 1 provides the most reliable measure of fair value, whereas level 3 generally requires significant management judgment. The three levels are defined as follows:

•Level 1:  Unadjusted quoted prices in active markets for identical assets and liabilities.

•Level 2:  Observable inputs other than those included in level 1. For example, quoted prices for similar assets or liabilities in active markets or quoted prices for identical assets or liabilities in inactive markets.

•Level 3:  Unobservable inputs reflecting management’s own assumptions about the inputs used in pricing the asset or liability.

Our policy is to recognize transfers between these levels as of the end of each quarterly reporting period. There were no transfers between these levels during fiscal years 2022 and 2021.

Fair Value of Financial Instruments

Financial Instruments Recognized at Fair Value:

The following methods and assumptions were used to measure fair value:

Financial Instrument	Level	Valuation Technique/Inputs Used
Cash Equivalents: Money market funds	1	Market - Quoted market prices.
Trading securities: Mutual funds held in nonqualified SERP	1	Market - Quoted market prices.
Derivative Assets: Stock warrants	3	Market - The pricing of recent purchases or sales of the investment in the privately-held company are considered, if any, as well as positive and negative qualitative evidence, in the assessment of fair value. The value of the stock warrants fluctuates primarily in relation to the value of the privately-held company's underlying securities.
Derivative Assets: Interest Rate Swap	2	Market - Based on observable market inputs using standard calculations, such as time value, forward interest rate yield curves, and current spot rates adjusted for Kimball International’s non-performance risk.
Contingent earn-out liability	3	Income - Based on a valuation model that measures the present value of the probable cash payments based upon the forecasted operating performance of the acquisition and a discount rate that captures the risk associated with the liability.

Fair Value Measurement, Non-Recurring

Certain assets are measured at fair value on a non-recurring basis. These assets are not measured at fair value on an ongoing basis but are subject to fair value adjustments when events or circumstances indicate a significant adverse effect on the fair value of the asset. Assets that are written down to fair value when impaired are not subsequently adjusted to fair value unless further impairment occurs.

Non-recurring Fair Value Adjustment	Level	Valuation Technique/Inputs Used
Impairment of Right of Use Lease Assets and Related Assets Groups	3	Income - Based on a valuation model that measures the present value of remaining lease payments less estimated sublease income at a discount rate that captures the risk associated with the future cash flows.
Impairment of Customer Relationship Intangible	3	Income - Based on a valuation model that determines fair value based on estimated discounted future cash flows, requiring the use of significant estimates and assumptions, including revenue growth rates and EBITA margins and future market conditions.
Impairment of Goodwill	3	Income - Based on a valuation model that determines fair value based on estimated discounted future cash flows of each reporting unit, requiring the use of significant estimates and assumptions, including revenue growth rates and EBITDA margins, future market conditions and discount rates that capture the risk associated with future cash flows.

Fair Value of Financial Instruments Not Carried at Fair Value

Financial Instruments Not Carried At Fair Value:

Financial instruments that are not reflected in the Consolidated Balance Sheets at fair value that have carrying amounts which approximate fair value include the following:

Financial Instrument	Level	Valuation Technique/Inputs Used
Notes receivable	2	Market - Price approximated based on the assumed collection of receivables in the normal course of business, taking into account the customer’s non-performance risk.
Equity securities without readily determinable fair value	3	Costs minus impairment, if any, plus or minus changes resulting from observable price changes in orderly transactions for the identical or a similar investment of the same issuer. Impairment is assessed qualitatively.

The carrying value of our cash deposit accounts, trade accounts receivable, trade accounts payable, customer deposits, and dividends payable approximates fair value due to the relatively short maturity and immaterial non-performance risk.