[Remote] Assistant Controller – Emerging Division at Guild Education

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Education, Vocational Training, Skilled TradesIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA a plus
10+ years of overall progressive accounting experience
5+ years of internal (in-house) accounting experience
Big 4 public accounting experience and prior FP&A experience a plus
Strong command of US GAAP
Proficient in MS Office (especially Excel), with strong communication and organizational skills

Responsibilities

Assist in consolidating and reporting monthly financial data from multiple locations and campuses under the newly formed Cotulla Electric umbrella
Ensure accounting files and records are accurate and up to date
Record journal entries and support other month-end processes
Perform regular account reconciliations for transactions, reviewing balance sheet accounts, and identifying discrepancies
Perform month over month and budget vs actual analysis to ensure accounts are accurately stated and fluctuations from expected balances are understood
Partner with the FP&A team on budgeting practices and ensure processes are in place to ensure accurate reporting
Be the main point of contact for all financial questions from the Powerline Technician Leader
Help to form and translate high level strategic visions into detailed financial models and create processes to help support implementation
Support the VP of Accounting with ad hoc related month and quarter end reporting including DOE specific reporting
Ensure financial statements are prepared in accordance with GAAP and DOE/Title IV compliance standards
Support internal and external audits, including year-end and federal compliance audits
Maintain robust accounting policies and documentation of internal controls
Champion process improvements and system enhancements (NetSuite, Ramp, etc.)
Identify automation opportunities to reduce manual entry and error rates
Build scalable workflows and reporting tools as the organization expands
Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Financial ReportingJournal EntriesMonth-End CloseConsolidationAccounting OversightFP&ACompliance Reporting

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary or compensation for the Assistant Controller position?

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Is this Assistant Controller role remote or does it require office presence?

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What key skills are required for the Assistant Controller role?

The role requires strong accounting knowledge including GAAP compliance, skills in financial reporting, account reconciliations, month-over-month and budget vs actual analysis, and experience with financial modeling and internal controls.

What does the team structure look like for this Assistant Controller position?

The position reports to the VP of Accounting and Operations, works as a peer to the Corporate Controller, and serves as the primary business contact to the Powerline Technician Trade Leader.

What makes a strong candidate for the Assistant Controller – Emerging Division role?

A strong candidate will have the ability to perform essential accounting duties like consolidations, reconciliations, financial analysis, and compliance reporting, while supporting aggressive growth strategies in a dynamic environment.

Guild Education

Education benefits and workforce development solutions

About Guild Education

Guild Education provides education benefits to large employers, helping them invest in their employees' education and skills development. The company partners with employers to offer programs like tuition reimbursement, access to online courses, and degree programs from accredited institutions. This approach aims to improve employee satisfaction, reduce turnover, and attract top talent. Guild Education generates revenue through fees from employers for managing education programs and commissions from educational institutions for student enrollments. In a job market that requires continuous learning, Guild's services help companies prepare their workforce for future challenges while promoting diversity and inclusion. The goal is to transform education into a strategic investment that enhances talent acquisition, retention, and overall company morale.

Denver, ColoradoHeadquarters

2015Year Founded

$626MTotal Funding

SERIES_FCompany Stage

Consulting, Enterprise Software, EducationIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Be an owner - Every employee is granted equity in Guild with a 4-year vesting schedule as well as a 401(k).

Prioritize your time - We offer generous parental leave, PTO, and onsite daycare for Denver-based employees

Have a learner's mindset - Guild offers student loan reimbursement, 100% tuition assistance for your first bachelor’s degree, and $10K/year toward additional education.

Take care of yourself - Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans because we care about the health and well-being of all Guild employees.

Risks

Increased competition from providers like EdAssist may impact Guild's market share.

Economic downturns could reduce corporate spending on education benefits, affecting revenue.

Data privacy concerns with AI integration could lead to regulatory challenges.

Differentiation

Guild Education partners with large employers to offer education as an employee benefit.

Their tech-enabled student advising model supports working adults from start to finish.

Guild's platform integrates AI insights to empower HR leaders in talent transformation.

Upsides

Growing demand for upskilling programs boosts Guild's relevance in workforce development.

Partnerships with companies like MOD Pizza expand Guild's reach and impact.

Recent $264 million funding supports aggressive expansion and product development.

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