Reports To: CFO Think Better Group

Why This Role Matters

At Klean Kanteen were more than a bottle company were an independently-owned mission-driven crew working to eliminate single-use waste and inspire people to bring their own.

As our Controller youll be both a strategic financial leader and a hands-on operator. Reporting to the CFO at Think Better Group youll own the full accounting function from day-to-day operations to high-level forecasting financial analysis and recommendations that shape the direction of our business.

There is no Accounting Manager below you: youre the one who evaluates forecasts and executes. Your financial expertise and clarity of thinking will directly influence how Klean Kanteen invests in its people its products and its mission.

What Youll Do

Champion Our Mission & Values

• Be an advocate for Klean Kanteens mission in every interaction with customers partners and staff
  
• Actively support and embody Klean Kanteen values of Respect Responsibility and Fun
  
• Foster a culture of transparency with the team retail partners rep groups and consumers
  
• Follow and continuously improve departmental processes and procedures
  
• Measure progress against objectives and performance targets
  

Lead & Inspire Your Team

• Hire mentor coach and set clear accountability measures for all direct reports
  
• Foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement within the Finance team
  
• Conduct regular 1:1s set goals gather peer feedback and complete semi-annual performance and salary reviews as part of the organizations performance cycle
  
• Encourage growth improved efficiencies and best practices across all accounting functions
  

Accounting & Finance Operations

• Serve as the hands-on owner of all day-to-day accounting operations there is no Accounting Manager; you lead and execute
  
• Develop implement and maintain accounting policies and procedures to ensure accuracy and timeliness
  
• Prepare general ledger entries and manage all month-end quarter-end and year-end closings and reconciliations
  
• Perform thorough GL departmental expense reviews and balance sheet account reconciliations on a routine basis
  
• Perform bank reconciliations and coordinate internal and external audits
  
• Monitor and review cash flow closely in partnership with the CFO
  
• Provide financial information to banks and management for capital requirements and covenant compliance
  

Banking Relationships

• Serve as the primary day-to-day point of contact with Klean Kanteens banking partners
  
• Prepare and deliver weekly borrowing base certificates (BBCs) and monthly bank reporting packages
  
• Manage covenant compliance tracking and ensure timely submission of all required bank reporting
  
• Support the CFO in maintaining and strengthening banking relationships
  

Financial Planning Forecasting & Analysis

• Lead the creation and coordination of the companys annual budget process collaborating with department leaders to gather inputs and consolidate the plan
  
• Develop and maintain rolling financial forecasts; identify trends risks and opportunities
  
• Prepare and deliver monthly and quarterly financial performance reports to the CFO and leadership team
  
• Provide actionable financial recommendations to support strategic decision-making across the organization
  
• Develop financial models to evaluate business scenarios investments and growth initiatives
  
• Establish and track KPIs tied to financial strategy to ensure optimal business performance
  

Tax Reporting & Compliance

• Coordinate with Klean Kanteens outside accounting firm to manage annual tax filings and reporting
  
• Work with sales tax vendors to ensure accurate timely sales tax compliance across all jurisdictions
  
• Prepare and provide all supporting schedules and documentation required for tax preparation
  
• Monitor regulatory and legal requirements; escalate issues to the CFO as needed
  

Accounts Receivable & Accounts Payable

• Oversee monitor and evaluate all AR and AP functions
  
• Work closely with AR staff to review AR aging analysis on a weekly basis
  
• Manage routine AR and AP reporting and analysis with department staff
  

Systems & Process Improvement

• Identify and implement operational improvements and best practices related to financial systems and reporting
  
• Manage third-party relationships supporting finance and accounting functions
  
• Develop financial controls and measurement systems that provide transparency across the organization
  
• Provide IT support on behalf of the organization as needed
  

Who You Are

• Strategic & Hands-On: You can evaluate and forecast at a high level then roll up your sleeves and execute
  
• Financially Expert: You have deep GAAP knowledge and can translate complex financials into clear recommendations for leadership
  
• Trusted Advisor: Leadership looks to you for financial guidance and you deliver with confidence and clarity
  
• Relationship Builder: Youre confident managing banking relationships and representing Klean professionally to external partners
  
• Mission-Aligned: You care about sustainability and want your work to support a company doing good in the world
  
• Self-Starter: You operate independently at a senior level identify what needs to be done and get it done
  

What You Bring

Knowledge & Skills

• Mastery of GAAP and business financial principles
  
• Strong financial modeling forecasting and analytical skills
  
• Mastery of Excel and excellent spreadsheet skills
  
• Excellent written and oral communication skills including the ability to present financial data clearly to non-finance audiences
  
• Proven problem-solving and decision-making abilities in a fast-paced environment
  
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate and influence across departments
  
• Ability to identify and develop effective efficient systems to support organizational objectives
  

Education

• Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or related field (required)
  
• CPA or MBA (preferred)
  

Experience

• 58 years of progressive accounting and finance experience including time in a Controller or senior accounting leadership role (required)
  
• Demonstrated experience in financial forecasting modeling and presenting recommendations to leadership (required)
  
• Demonstrated experience managing bank relationships and preparing borrowing base certificates (preferred)
  
• Experience leading an annual budget process (required)
  
• Experience coordinating with outside tax preparers and sales tax vendors (preferred)
  
• SAGE experience (preferred)
  

Tools Youll Use

• Desktop PC/laptop standard office equipment (printers fax copiers)
  
• SAGE ERP Banking Platforms Microsoft Office Suite
  

Why Youll Love Working at Klean

• Join a passionate purpose-driven company making a real impact on the planet
  
• Be part of a workplace culture that values Respect Responsibility and Fun with a whole lot of heart
  
• Work in a collaborative transparent environment where your ideas are valued
  
• Lead a team thats proud of the work they do and the company they do it for
  
• Help spread the Klean Kanteen movement worldwide!
  

Klean Kanteen is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are ADA compliant follow a veterans preference policy maintain a drug-free workplace and welcome team members who share our passion for leaving the world better than we found it.