Controller

Learning Without Tears

$90K — $130K *
Legal & Accounting
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • B.A. or B.S. in Accounting or Finance; CPA preferred
  • 8+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience
  • Knowledge of GAAP rules on revenue reporting and ASC 606
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent organizational skills with project management capability
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Experience with NetSuite and/or Salesforce is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and maintain the company's monthly and annual financial statements.
  • Manage accounting closing operations to determine revenue and expenditures.
  • Prepare and present technical research on complex revenue accounting issues.
  • Review contracts under ASC 606 for accurate revenue recognition.
  • Maintain deferred revenue reconciliations and ensure accuracy of balances monthly.
  • Analyze monthly revenue fluctuations to identify drivers.
  • Hire and manage the accounting team, providing coaching and feedback.

Benefits

  • Mission-driven impact focused on positive change.
  • Growth and development opportunities for career advancement.
  • Flexible work options with generous PTO and wellness support.
  • Fostering an inclusive, diverse, and collaborative workplace.
  • Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits packages.
Full Job Description
Controller will lead the accounting department and oversee day-to-day accounting operations, manage financial reporting, governance, internal controls, and ensure the company's accounting activities comply with GAAP.

What You'll Be Doing:
  • Prepare and maintain the company's monthly and annual financial statements.
  • Manage LWT accounting closing operations to determine revenue and related expenditure.
  • Prepare and present technical research on complex revenue accounting issues.
  • Review contracts under ASC606 to ensure accurate revenue recognition and related capitalization of deferred costs.
  • Maintain SSP (Standalone Selling Price) to remain in compliance with ASC606.
  • Process allocations related to multi-element arrangements and fair value allocation in accordance with GAAP
  • Maintain deferred revenue reconciliations and ensure accuracy of balances monthly
  • Maintain and assess the daily cash flow outlook to determine business funding draw and paydown requirements, as well as distributions to shareholders
  • Prepare and analyze monthly revenue fluctuations to understand revenue drivers
  • Oversee the preparation and completion of quarterly reconciliations and support for income taxes
  • Manage contractual database of company terms and obligations
  • Investigate, coordinate, and resolve contractual issues, partnering with Sales, Marketing, Customer Success, and other functional departments.
  • Process revenue allocation and revenue plans in the accounting system to ensure accurate revenue recognition treatment in the general ledger and support the monthly closing process
  • Review of A/R Aging to ensure timely collection of customer payments and appropriate reserve levels.
  • Provide analytics for A/R, Deferred Revenue, Accrued Commissions, Revenue
  • Determine the monthly revenue outlook and work with the Finance team to perform monthly financial planning, analysis, and reporting activities
  • Oversee payroll activities managed by the Payroll Lead.
  • Analyze and research actual to budget variances, partnering with finance to ensure accuracy of the monthly financial statements
  • Review, manage and suggest improvements for various other processes such as accounts payable, payroll, journal entries, and make accounting decisions related to appropriate coding of expenses
  • Work with the Inventory Management group to review and understand variances with inventory positions, value, quantity, and potential reserve requirements.
  • Work with outside accounting firm to ensure the company's income tax returns are filed timely and accurately. Provide all necessary analysis and documentation for annual tax filings.
  • Process and manage Intangible Assets, including monthly software capitalization and amortization transactions and reconciliation, and maintain schedules for internal and external capitalization expenses.
  • Assist with the reconfiguration of current processes and controls and ad hoc requests as needed
  • Hire, coach, motivate, evaluate, and manage accounting team by providing clear expectations and prioritization, actively communicating performance feedback, and coaching and mentoring staff to build an engaged, productive, and cohesive team
  • Recommend and undertake projects to research and implement improvements or additions to the company's policy, processes, and procedures to ensure accuracy and efficiency of financial reporting

Your Experience & Qualifications:
  • B.A. or B.S. in Accounting or Finance; or equivalent combination of education and work experience; CPA preferred
  • 8+ years progressive accounting and/or finance experience in a consulting or public accounting firm, or public / private mix
  • Knowledge of GAAP rules related to revenue reporting and ASC 606, technology industry/SaaS based company accounting principles and accounting for multiple element arrangements
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple projects at once while completing quality work on a timely basis
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Excellent interpersonal skills with a focus on providing outstanding customer service to a variety of internal and external stakeholders
  • Experience in accounting and CRM systems, NetSuite and/or Salesforce preferred
  • Experience with corporate income tax return preparation is a plus
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.)

Why Work with Us?
  • Mission-Driven Impact: Join a team passionate about making a difference and driving positive change.
  • Growth and Development: We invest in your success with ongoing learning and career opportunities.
  • Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible work options, generous PTO, and wellness support.
  • Inclusive Culture: We foster a diverse, collaborative, and supportive workplace.
  • Competitive Benefits: Receive competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and employee recognition.


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