Assistant Controller

Overview

A rapidly growing education technology organization is seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to build and scale its finance function. This role reports to the VP of Accounting and involves overseeing month-end close, revenue accounting, and evolving financial systems with AI integration. The position offers an opportunity to mentor a growing team and lead process improvements in a mission-driven environment focused on enhancing communication between schools and families.

Responsibilities

• Own the month-end close process and lead revenue accounting in compliance with ASC 606 for SaaS revenue streams.
• Manage the full order-to-cash cycle, collaborating with Sales and Revenue Operations to remove bottlenecks.
• Evaluate and improve the current technology stack, leading migrations to scalable and automated financial tools.
• Experiment with and implement AI tools to streamline reconciliations, flux analysis, and documentation while maintaining appropriate controls.
• Mentor junior accounting staff and serve as a liaison between Accounting and Financial Planning & Analysis to translate financial data into actionable insights.
• Strengthen internal controls and lead external audit processes to ensure a "no-surprises" outcome.

Requirements

• Minimum 8 years of progressive accounting experience, beginning with Big 4 audit.
• CPA certification is required.
• Deep expertise in ASC 606 and recurring revenue models within SaaS businesses.
• Experience with ERP and billing system migrations and maintaining clean data environments.
• Enthusiasm for leveraging AI in finance and leading its thoughtful adoption.
• Hands-on approach to mentoring and problem-solving.
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy and completeness.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $180,000 - $200,000, depending on experience.
• Employer-paid health insurance including dependent coverage.
• Employer-matched 401(k) retirement savings program from day one.
• Paid parental leave.
• Stock options.
• Health and wellness reimbursements.
• Increasing paid time off (PTO) with tenure.
• 15 paid holidays annually, including your birthday.
• Fully remote work with provision of necessary tools and equipment.

Location

This is a fully remote position.

Equal Opportunity

The employer is an equal opportunity organization committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. The workplace complies with applicable drug-free laws.