Controller

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Controller to lead the accounting function for our mission-driven, edtech, SaaS company. As a key member of the finance leadership team, the Controller will oversee all aspects of financial reporting, accounting operations, and compliance, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in our financial processes. 

This role is ideal for a hands-on leader who thrives in a dynamic environment and is eager to build scalable financial systems. If you are a results-driven accounting professional looking to make a significant impact in a growing SaaS business, we’d love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee all accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, treasury, and tax.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements in compliance with GAAP.
• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Develop and implement internal controls and accounting policies to ensure compliance and efficiency.
• Manage tax compliance and regulatory reporting.
• Support financial planning and analysis, including budgeting and forecasting.
• Optimize accounting systems and processes for scalability.
• Supervise and mentor the accounting team.
• Collaborate with external auditors, tax advisors, and banking partners as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or equivalent preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership roles in SaaS or technology companies.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards.
• Experience with SaaS revenue recognition (ASC 606) and subscription-based business models.
• Hands-on experience with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite, or similar ERP systems).
• Proven ability to implement process improvements and scalable accounting practices.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally.
• Experience managing audits and tax compliance processes.

What NoRedInk Offers:

• A competitive salary and equity package in a well-funded startup with strong product-market fit
• Excellent health, vision, and dental benefits (U.S. Only)
• 100% remote work environment
• Flexible PTO and paid parental leave
• 401(k) (U.S. Only)
• Team retreats and events to connect with fun, talented coworkers
• The ability to help millions of students and teachers and address a critical societal need

About NoRedInk:

NoRedInk helps students in over 60% of US school districts become better writers. Our deeply engaging, adaptive curriculum personalizes exercises to kids' interests, guides them through the writing process with instructional support, and boosts their skills through targeted practice. Students have completed over 10 billion exercises on our site, and our mission is to help all students harness the power of the written word.

Check out our press page, including our 2-minute pitch on NBC and articles in The Washington Post, Wall Street Journal, and Forbes.

NoRedInk believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. At NoRedInk, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. 

Compensation at NoRedInk is robust and includes a full range of benefits, unlimited PTO, monthly co-working stipends, an initial home-office set-up stipend, and generous equity. Our salary ranges are based on factors such as expectations as laid out in the job description, location-specific market data, internal parity, and the experience and skills of individual candidates. Therefore, the compensation range is $ $175,000 - $200,000 and accounts for a variety of locations and skills/experience. Please know that if you are invited to speak with a recruiter at NoRedInk, they will have an open discussion about compensation during your first call to ensure alignment.

*Note: Agencies or other third-party recruiters may not submit unsolicited candidate resumes or their information to any NoRedInk employee, including a NoRedInk Recruiter, unless a contract is signed and you are given permission by the Talent Acquisition team to work on a job opening.