SALARY RANGE: 110 – 140K

Meet Clearly Filtered

Clearly Filtered is a company founded in 2011 with a mission to provide clean and safe drinking water by removing harmful contaminants from tap water. The company developed its proprietary Affinity® Filtration Technology, which is designed to remove up to 99.9% of over 365 contaminants, including chlorine, fluoride, lead, and PFAS, without stripping beneficial minerals. Their filtration systems are independently tested by third-party EPA-accredited laboratories to ensure efficacy. Clearly Filtered offers a range of products, including water pitchers, bottles, under-sink systems, and refrigerator filters, all made from reusable materials to minimize environmental impact. The company also partners with organizations like charity: water and Jacob’s Heart to support global and local communities in need.

About the Controller

Clearly Filtered is looking for a results-driven Controller who also aligns with the organization’s mission and vision. This person will be a vital member of the Clearly Filtered team that will help with the daily as well as long-term planning and forecasting. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment, bringing both operational and strategic insights to support rapid growth and informed decision-making.

The Controller’s responsibilities include:

• Accounting Operations
  • General Ledger Maintenance
  • Accounts Payable
  • Accounts Receivable
  • Bank Reconciliation
  • Expense Reporting and Reimbursements
  • Month-End/Quarter-End Close
• Cash Flow Management
  • Daily Cash Position Tracking
  • Short-Term Cash Forecasting
  • Working Capital Management
• Budgeting and Forecasting
  • Annual Budget Development
  • Rolling Forecasts
  • Variance Analysis
• Financial Reporting
  • Internal Financial Statements
  • Departmental P&L Reporting
  • KPI Dashboards
• Compliance and Controls
  • Sales Tax and Nexus Monitoring
  • Internal Controls
  • Annual Audit Preparation
  • Manage Insurance Policies
• Payroll and Benefits Accounting
  • Payroll Processing Oversight
  • Benefits Reconciliation
  • Accurals for PTO and Bonuses
• Inventory & COGS Accounting
  • Inventory Valuation and Tracking
  • Cost of Goods Sold
  • Standard Cost Reviews
• Financial Systems and Data Management
  • ERP/Accounting Software Maintenance
  • System Integration
  • Data Hygiene
• Capital and Debt Management
  • Loan Compliance Tracking
  • Bank Relationship Management
  • Equity and Cap Table Management
• Strategic Finance Support
  • Scenario Modeling
  • Unit Economics Analysis
  • Board Reporting Support

What you bring

The following describes many of the characteristics of the ideal candidate for the Controller:

Education and experience

• Bachelors preferred. Additional education in a relevant field is a plus

Personal characteristics and qualifications

• Clearly Filter’s 6 Core Values (Attributes)
• Each of these Values reflects an essential attribute of a Clearly Filtered team member and builds upon the spirit of the 3Ps (Professional, Proactive, Proud):
• Culture Fit – Aligns with their Mission, Vision, and Values, fostering a team-first mindset. (Professional: They commit to the culture and work toward shared success.)
• Job Fit – Passionate about their role and equipped with the right skills to succeed. (Professional: Excellence in their work and continuous improvement.)
• Communication & Collaboration – Actively listens, communicates clearly, and builds strong relationships. (Proactive: Engages with others, seeks clarity, and fosters collaboration.)
• Commitment to Improve – Always striving to get just a bit better every day. (Proactive: Takes ownership, seeks feedback, and grows.)
• Self-Awareness – Knows personal strengths, weaknesses, and impact on others. (Proud: Understands influence and approaches growth with humility.)
• Humility – Values team success over individual achievement, open to feedback. (Proud: Recognizes that success is shared, not individual.)

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