Controller

Paper is reimagining how schools support students so that every learner can reach their full potential. Our vision is a world where every student receives timely, personalized, and relevant academic support. We offer a suite of scalable solutions including 24/7 tutoring, writing feedback, math practice, college and career support, and AI-powered instructional tools that provide personalized support to all students, including multilingual learners. Our GROW high-impact tutoring program accelerates learning through targeted small-group instruction, delivers measurable gains in student achievement, and eases teacher workloads. Trusted by 500+ school districts across 40+ states and backed by leading investors including IVP, Sapphire Ventures, Framework Capital, and Reach Capital, we’re pursuing a bold goal: to drive the best academic outcomes for as many students as possible.

Recent articles:

• GROW by Paper Drives 201% Increase in Grade-Level Proficiency in Just 12 Weeks

• GROW by Paper Earns Stanford’s NSSA Tutoring Program Design Badge, Signaling Excellence in Research-Aligned Design

• Paper Appoints Marisa Burkhart as CRO

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Own and lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting

• Maintain full ownership of the general ledger, financial statements, and all underlying accounting processes

• Serve as the internal expert on US GAAP and technical accounting matters, including revenue recognition under ASC 606

• Review customer contracts and establish appropriate accounting treatment and documentation

• Lead the annual audit process and serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors

• Coordinate with external advisors on tax filings and compliance matters across jurisdictions

• Establish and maintain scalable accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls

• Oversee billing, accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, and fixed assets to ensure accuracy and operational discipline

• Own NetSuite as the core accounting system, driving optimization, data integrity, and process automation

• Implement new accounting standards and ensure ongoing compliance

• Build and document SOPs, strengthen processes, and continuously improve efficiency and reporting quality

• Partner closely with Finance leadership and cross-functional teams to support growth, new products, and evolving business models

• Hire, develop, and manage the accounting team over time

Qualifications:

• CPA required

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including significant time in a Controller or senior accounting leadership role

• Deep expertise in US GAAP and technical accounting

• Strong experience with revenue recognition (ASC 606), including contract review and policy development

• Expert-level proficiency in NetSuite

• Proven experience leading annual audits and working directly with external auditors

• Experience establishing accounting policies, controls, and processes in a high-growth environment

• Strong preference for candidates who have helped build or scale an accounting function in a venture-backed or fast-growing company

• Advanced Excel skills and strong systems orientation

Preferred Attributes:

• Hands-on operator who takes full ownership of outcomes and stands behind the numbers

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and operate effectively in a fast-paced, evolving environment

• Strong attention to detail with a bias toward accuracy, speed, and accountability

• Effective communicator who can work cross-functionally and influence at all levels of the organization

• Comfortable building structure where it does not yet exist and improving processes over time

The annual salary range for this position is $160,000-$190,000 USD or $145,000 - $172,000 CAD, plus equity. Please note that the final offer amount is also influenced by geographic location and may vary from the amounts listed above.

What is it like to work at Paper? You will:

• Be joining a remote-first company with a collaborative, mission-driven culture working together to write the next chapter of Paper!

• Have opportunities to connect in person throughout the year, even while working remotely day-to-day.

• Be part of an exciting new era of growth, with fresh leadership, a bold product vision, and a redefined charter.

• Thrive in a fast-moving, build-from-scratch environment where agility and critical thinking guide decisions, collaboration is built on trust and healthy challenge, and every team member takes ownership to deliver real customer impact and grow every day.

Additional Benefits:

• Comprehensive & competitive compensation, health benefits, retirement plan, stock options, and more.

• In addition to vacation days, we provide Paperites with sick days and 4 extra weeks off - including statutory holidays, Paper Days throughout the year, and a full Paper Week from Dec 25 to Jan 1.

• A $500 stipend to set-up your workspace and $100 monthly stipends to support with on-going workspace needs.

• We support growing families with generous paid parental leave.

• Unlimited access to tutoring and educational support for children of Paper employees.

You’ll be joining a team of mission-driven builders who care deeply about equity in education, and who thrive in a culture of ownership, velocity, and continuous learning. If you’re energized by challenges, inspired by impact, and ready to help lead a high-growth business through its next phase, we’d love to meet you.

We believe diverse teams build better products and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Paper does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender orientation, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, marital status, or military status.

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