Assistant Controller

Overview

An education technology organization focused on enhancing student and educator communication is seeking an Assistant Controller to build and scale its finance function. This role emphasizes integrating AI and evolving financial systems to support accurate and actionable financial insights.

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 to resolve bottlenecks
• Evaluate current 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 team members and work with Financial Planning & Analysis to translate financial data into business insights
• Strengthen internal controls and manage external audit processes

Requirements

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

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $180,000 - $200,000, depending on experience
• Employer-paid health insurance including dependent coverage
• Employer-matched 401(k) retirement savings 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 creating an inclusive environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or national origin.