Assistant Controller – Emerging Division

Cotulla Education

8d • $125,000 - $140,000 • Remote

About The Position

The Assistant Controller is responsible for supporting a new program line in the Powerline Technician trade with an aggressive 3 year growth strategy. This position will report to the VP of Accounting and Finance Operations and work as a peer to our Corporate Controller while being the primary business contact to a Powerline Technician Trade Leader. In this role you will get to do a little bit of everything from direct accounting oversight, to light FP&A support, and wider entity level compliance reporting.

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
• Strong command of US GAAP.
• Proficient in MS Office (especially Excel), with strong computer skills and experience in accounting systems (NetSuite preferred).
• Experience in reconciling both asset and liability accounts as well as understanding sub-ledger system details.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, high-growth, private equity-backed environment.
• Detail-oriented, analytical, highly organized, and able to multi-task and work well under pressure.
• Integrity, strong work ethic, and professionalism; highly motivated with strong problem-solving skills; and excels both independently and on a team.
• Ability and willingness to work outside of regular work shifts, including evenings and/or weekends as necessary

Nice To Haves

• Big 4 public accounting experience and prior FP&A experience a plus
• Experience implementing newly acquired subsidiaries and helping to support new business endeavors a big plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in consolidating and reporting monthly financial data from multiple locations and campuses under the newly formed Cotulla Electric umbrella.
• Ensures 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.
• While operating as an individual contributor, this role will require a high level of cross functional alignment which will require strong organizational skills and communication.
• Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Benefits

• 401(k) and Matching: Secure your future with our competitive retirement savings plan.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Enjoy Health, Dental, and Vision insurance to keep you and your family healthy.
• Life Insurance: Peace of mind with life insurance options.
• Parental Leave: Support for new parents during important life transitions.
• Paid Time Off: Recharge with paid time off to promote work-life balance.
• Retirement Plan: Additional options to help you save for retirement.
• Employee Assistance Program: Access to resources for personal and professional support.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Invest in your future with financial support for further education.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees