Controller

Paper • Full-time • Remote (Remote from United States of America) • $160,000 - $190,000 / year • 1h ago

Fast Facts

Paper is looking for an experienced Controller to lead their accounting function, ensuring the integrity and timeliness of financial reporting while building scalable accounting processes.

Responsibilities: Key responsibilities include overseeing the financial close process, ensuring compliance with US GAAP, managing audits, and optimizing accounting systems such as NetSuite.

Skills: Candidates should have expertise in US GAAP, revenue recognition, advanced Excel skills, and experience with NetSuite, along with strong leadership and communication abilities.

Qualifications: A CPA certification and a bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, along with 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, particularly in a senior role, are required.

Location: This position is remote and available to candidates across North America.

Compensation: $160000 - $190000 / Annually

We are seeking an experienced, hands-on Controller to lead and own the accounting function end-to-end. This is a critical leadership role responsible for the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of all financial reporting, as well as building the processes, controls, and technical foundation required to scale in a fast-paced, venture-backed environment. The ideal candidate is a strong operator who takes full ownership of the numbers, thrives in ambiguity, and can manage multiple priorities while maintaining a high standard of quality and discipline.

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.