Controller

The role

The Controller will lead the accounting function, manage the accounting team, and own the close, financial reporting, audits, controls, and accounting systems. This role reports to the CFO and focuses on improving the monthly close and leading an ERP transition.

What you will do

• Own monthly, quarterly, and annual close
• Deliver US GAAP financial statements and supporting schedules
• Own accounting for tuition, deferred revenue, scholarships, and student receivables
• Maintain accounting policies under ASC 606, ASC 718, and ASC 842
• Lead annual financial statement audits and manage auditor relationships
• Design and document controls over cash, revenue, and payroll
• Partner with Financial Aid, Student Finance, Legal, and Compliance on Title IV reviews
• Support financial responsibility and 90/10 reporting
• Lead the QuickBooks-to-Campfire migration
• Manage and develop the accounting team

Required qualifications

• CPA
• bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• 12 or more years of progressive accounting experience
• at least five years in high-growth, venture-backed environments
• experience managing and developing accounting teams
• Expert knowledge of US GAAP, including ASC 606, ASC 718, and ASC 842
• Demonstrated ownership of monthly, quarterly, and annual close
• Demonstrated ownership of financial statement audits and internal control design

Nice to have

• Big 4 or top-tier national accounting firm background
• experience at a late Series B, Series C, or later-stage company
• Experience in education, fintech, lending, healthcare, insurance, or another regulated environment
• familiarity with Title IV, financial responsibility, or 90/10 reporting
• Campfire implementation or optimization experience
• familiarity with Carta, Ramp, Rippling, and multi-entity, multi-state, or multi-currency accounting

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) match
• Fertility benefits via Carrot
• Flexible working hours
• Flexible Time Away
• paid holidays
• In-office lunches
• Social events - happy hours, birthday celebrations, holiday parties, & more!

Before you apply

• unable to provide visa sponsorship or immigration support
• Candidates must have current and ongoing authorization to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship now or in the future

About the company

Campus is a two-year, accredited college that uses a technology platform and online classes to provide students with business and AI skills. It was named one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies of 2024.