Assistant Controller

Overview

An education technology organization focused on enhancing student communication is seeking an Assistant Controller to build and scale its finance function. This role emphasizes integrating AI and evolving financial systems to improve financial operations and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Manage month-end close processes and lead revenue accounting in accordance with ASC 606 for SaaS revenue streams
• Oversee the full order-to-cash cycle, collaborating with Sales and Revenue Operations teams to resolve bottlenecks
• Evaluate existing financial systems, identify gaps, and lead migrations to scalable, automated tools
• Implement AI tools to streamline reconciliations, flux analysis, and documentation while maintaining appropriate controls
• Mentor junior accounting staff and work with Financial Planning & Analysis to translate financial data into actionable business insights
• Strengthen internal controls and manage external audit processes to ensure accuracy and compliance

Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years of progressive accounting experience, starting with Big 4 audit
• CPA certification required
• Expertise in ASC 606 revenue recognition and recurring revenue SaaS business models
• Experience with ERP and billing system migrations and maintaining clean data environments
• Strong interest and experience in applying AI technologies within finance functions
• Proven ability to provide hands-on mentoring and ensure detailed financial accuracy

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $180,000 - $200,000, commensurate with experience
• Employer-paid health insurance including dependent coverage
• Employer-matched 401(k) retirement savings plan starting from day one
• Paid parental leave
• Stock options
• Health and wellness reimbursements
• Increasing paid time off based on tenure
• 15 paid holidays including birthday
• Fully remote work with necessary equipment provided

Location

• Fully remote

Equal Opportunity

The organization is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or national origin.