Controller overseeing General Accounting, Accounts Payable, and Accounts Receivable at SES. Driving financial infrastructure and system improvements for meaningful growth.
About the role
- Experienced Controller leading accounting operations to ensure financial integrity at a mission-driven education company. Collaborating with senior leadership and supporting board reporting in a high-growth environment.
Responsibilities
- Own and lead a disciplined monthly, quarterly, and annual close process (target 5-8 business days)
- Ensure accurate accounting and reporting across: Tuition revenue and deferred revenue, Student financing and alternative payment structures, Resource sharing and partner arrangements
- Maintain compliance with US GAAP, including ASC 606, ASC 718, and ASC 842
- Serve as primary owner of: Annual financial statement audits, Accounting policies, documentation, and internal controls
- Partner with the Compliance team on: Regulatory examinations and financial reporting requirements
- Proactively identify and remediate accounting, audit, or compliance risks
- Own and continuously improve accounting systems and data integrity, including: ERP (NetSuite or equivalent)
- Design scalable processes that balance speed, accuracy, and control
- Build, manage, and develop a high-performing accounting team over time
Requirements
- CPA required
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
- 12-15 years of progressive accounting experience
- 5+ years in high-growth, venture-backed environments
- Strong expertise in US GAAP and complex revenue recognition
- Proven ownership of audits, close processes, and accounting systems
- Experience managing and developing accounting teams
- Big 4 or top-tier national accounting firm background (Preferred)
- Experience in regulated or quasi-regulated industries (education, fintech, lending, healthcare, insurance, or similar) (Preferred)
- Prior experience at a late Series B or Series C company (Preferred)
- NetSuite implementation or optimization experience (Preferred)
Benefits
- Medical Insurance + Vision Insurance
- 401(k) match
- Fertility benefits via Carrot
- Flexible working hours & a hybrid work schedule (Mon & Fri remote; Tues-Thurs in-office)
- Flexible Time Away + paid holidays
- In-office lunches
- Social events - happy hours, birthday celebrations, holiday parties, & more!
- Opportunity to make an impact – you’ll be an integral player in bringing our vision to life
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