Encoura
We empower students & institutions to create meaningful connections to achieve their goals.
Controller
Location
United States
Posted
43 days ago
Salary
Not specified
Bachelor Degree10 yrs expEnglish
Job Description
• Manage all daily accounting functions, including general ledger activity, accounts payable (A/P), accounts receivable (A/R), payroll, fixed assets, taxes, and revenue recognition
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes to ensure accurate and timely financial statements
• Ensure consistency and accuracy across financial reporting systems
• Establish, maintain, and improve internal controls and accounting policies
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, regulatory requirements, and company policies
• Coordinate external audits, tax filings, and regulatory examinations
• Drive improvements in accounting processes, close efficiency, and documentation
• Develops, implements, and maintains systems, procedures and policies, within the accounting department
• Evaluate and implement automation and best practices where appropriate
• Analyze variances between actuals and budget/forecast and provide insights
• Partner with FP&A and operations to improve financial visibility and performance
• Support annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes
• Manage, mentor, and develop accounting staff, including performance reviews
• Assign and review work to ensure quality and adherence to deadlines
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Assist with hiring, onboarding, and training of finance team members
• Act as a key finance partner to department leaders and executive leadership
• Support M&A activities, integrations, and special projects as needed
• Provide ad hoc financial analysis and reporting for executive leadership
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
- 10+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience
- 5+ years in a supervisory or people-management role
- Strong knowledge of US GAAP
- Proven ability to interpret and research accounting guidance
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to see the big picture
- Proven leadership and team-building skills
- Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration
- Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
- High integrity and sound professional judgment
- Proficiency with NetSuite and Microsoft Office suite
- CPA, CMA, or equivalent certification preferred
- Experience in EdTech, SaaS preferred
- Experience in private equity-backed or high-growth environments preferred
- Exposure to M&A, integrations, or complex transactions preferred
Benefits
- Comprehensive health and benefits package
- 401k company match that vests immediately upon participation
- Paid holidays and a generous PTO policy
- Paid parental leave
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