Assistant Controller in Austin, Texas at Burlebo

BURLEBO is a growing brand in men's outdoor clothing, dedicated to providing high-quality, durable, and stylish gear for the Athlete, the Outdoors, and the Family. We are passionate about innovation, sustainability, and performance-driven apparel that empowers our team and customers to explore the great outdoors with confidence.

Reports to: Controller

Location: Austin, TX (In-Office)

Overview

This is a hands-on role for a builder, someone who enjoys creating structure, takes ownership of the

numbers, and wants to play a meaningful part in scaling a company. This individual will own the monthly

close and core accounting operations while helping shape the processes, systems, and standards that

support continued growth.

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Key Responsibilities

Close & Reporting

• Own and build the monthly close process, from checklist to delivered financials
• Prepare accurate, GAAP-compliant financial statements on a consistent monthly cadence
• Maintain supporting schedules and documentation for all material entries
• Build channel-level and operational reporting that supports decision-making

Revenue, Inventory & COGS

• Manage revenue recognition across e-commerce, wholesale, and retail channels
• Own Accounts Receivable from start to finish
• Own inventory accounting and COGS, including landed cost tracking
• Partner with operations to maintain accurate inventory and margin reporting

Accounting Operations

• Manage Balance Sheet reconciliations
• Oversee bank feed coding, reconciliations, and GL postings
• Maintain the chart of accounts and general ledger integrity
• Daily AP processing
• Accounting Point of Contact for customers, vendors, and employees

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience in a senior position
• Public Accounting experience is a huge plus
• CPA or CPA-eligible preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• Experience within consumer, retail, apparel, or inventory-driven businesses strongly preferred
• Strong working knowledge of US GAAP and accrual-basis accounting
• Strong working knowledge of Accounts Receivable
• Proficiency in QuickBooks Online; experience with NetSuite or a comparable ERP a plus
• Highly detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable operating in a dynamic environment
• Strong ownership mentality around deadlines, accuracy, and documentation

Why This Role

• Opportunity to partner with leadership and own the accounting foundation of a high-growth brand
• Huge potential for growth
• Hands on experience building and scaling the accounting function at a high-growth brand
• An environment that values accountability, ownership, and getting things done
  
  

Benefits + Perks

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid parental leave
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Generous employee discount
• Annual company offsites