Controller

Benchmark Education Company LLC; New Rochelle (NY); On-site; USD 185,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

Benchmark Education Company, based in New Rochelle, NY, is seeking an experienced Controller to oversee all accounting operations, ensuring GAAP compliance, accurate financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting.

The role partners with senior leadership to drive process improvements, manage staff, and support strategic initiatives. CPA preferred, 8+ years of experience, and proficiency with NetSuite/ERP systems are desired.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred).
• 8+ years of relevant accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal controls.
• Experience in a privately held or mid-sized company environment.
• Proficiency with accounting systems (e.g., NetSuite, QuickBooks, ERP platforms).
• Strong analytical, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Prepare and review financial statements.
• Maintain the general ledger and chart of accounts in GAAP.
• Manage accounts payable, receivable, billing, and payroll accounting.
• Ensure proper revenue recognition and expense classification.
• Design and maintain internal accounting controls.
• Monitor cash flow, working capital, and liquidity.
• Lead annual budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Prepare variance analysis and insights for leadership.
• Coordinate with external auditors, tax advisors, and banking partners.
• Ensure compliance with tax and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee accounting systems and drive process improvements and automation.
• Manage, develop, and mentor accounting staff.
• Support strategic initiatives and projects.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial leadership

Regulatory compliance

Financial analysis

Communication to stakeholders

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance

CPA preferred

Tools

NetSuite

QuickBooks

ERP systems

Job description

Position Purpose

This position is onsite at our New Rochelle, NY office. The Controller is responsible for overseeing all accounting operations of the Company, including regulatory and financial reporting, budget and forecast preparation, billing, receivables, payroll and payables, as well as the development of internal control policies and procedures. This role ensures the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial information and acts as a key financial partner to senior leadership.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes
• Prepare and review financial statements
• Maintain the general ledger and chart of accounts in accordance with GAAP
• Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, and payroll accounting
• Ensure proper revenue recognition and expense classification
• Design, implement, and maintain internal accounting controls
• Monitor cash flow, working capital, and short-term liquidity
• Lead annual budgeting and forecasting processes
• Prepare variance analysis and financial insights for leadership
• Coordinate with external auditors, tax advisors, and banking partners
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax and regulatory requirements
• Oversee accounting systems and drive process improvements and automation
• Manage, develop, and mentor accounting staff
• Support strategic initiatives, financing activities, and special projects

Job Requirements/Skills and Experience

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred)
• 8+ years of relevant accounting experience
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal controls
• Experience in a privately held or mid-sized company environment
• Proficiency with accounting systems (e.g., NetSuite, QuickBooks, ERP platforms)
• Strong analytical, organizational, and leadership skills
• Ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders

Salary Range

$185,000 - $215,000
The base salary range represents the low and high end of the expected salary range for the position. The base salary offered may depend on a variety of factors such as geographic location, experience, education, and skill level.

ABOUT BENCHMARK EDUCATION COMPANY

Benchmark Education Company (BEC) is a leading publisher of core, supplemental, and intervention literacy and language resources in English and Spanish, with valid and reliable digital assessments that inform instruction. BEC is also a provider of exceptional professional development to educators. BEC is recognized as a responsive publisher that offers equally rigorous and engaging digital, print, and hybrid learning materials grounded in the Science of Reading research. BEC monitors research outcomes carefully to create effective foundational resources that include strong decoding materials with systematic and explicit instruction and high-quality resources focused on language development and comprehension. BEC’s content-rich and authentic texts offer instruction in close reading and analysis, multiple perspectives, and authentic literature while building world knowledge and reflecting the individuality of every student in each diverse classroom. Family owned and operated for more than 25 years, BEC is committed to partnering with educators to provide the best for all students through resources of exceptional quality, world-class professional learning, and effective and dedicated customer support. Benchmark Education Publishing (BEC) and its affiliates are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

A Career at Benchmark Education Company

Are you interested in helping children of all abilities learn to read and write? Do you want a career that promises the satisfaction of inspiring teachers and administrators in their mission to provide instruction that gets results? Are you interested in the transition to a digital world of learning? If you want to join a creative, energetic, technology-focused, fast-paced company with a proven track record that promises continued professional growth, then consider a career with Benchmark Education Company.