Controller
We’re a high-growth software company with a big mission: empowering K-12 district teams to do more with less.
At LINQ, we get K12. That’s why we help districts transform K-12 school operations with best-in-class, cloud-based software solutions built to help districts return more resources to classrooms. Integrating finance, HR, nutrition management, and payments into a single, secure platform, LINQ reduces administrative burden. LINQ is trusted by 30% of school districts across the U.S. to help them operate more efficiently and serve over 1 billion meals to 17 million students annually, process payroll for 364,000 educators, administrators, and staff, and engage with millions of families through the free LINQ Connect app.
Our team? They’re talented, committed, and fiercely loyal problem-solvers. At LINQ, you’ll find challenging and meaningful work, a team that respects and uplifts one another, and a commitment to constant improvement. Our customers love us because we’re attentive, patient, communicative, and solutions focused. They know they can count on us to not only anticipate their needs but to deliver the right answer every time.
About The Role:
The Controller will lead and mature the accounting function, ensuring accurate financial reporting, robust internal controls, and scalable operations. This role is critical to building the financial infrastructure needed to support growth, evolving compliance needs, and a dynamic business model with complex order management requirements.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Lead and scale the accounting organization, including GL, AR/AP, revenue recognition, and tax.
- Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closings in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
- Partner with Strategic Finance and business leaders to improve visibility into financial performance and key metrics.
- Drive transformation of accounting operations, implementing best-in-class systems, controls, and processes.
- Evaluate and enhance the quote-to-cash and procure-to-pay processes to support business agility and compliance.
- Oversee order management, billing, and collections functions to ensure accuracy and customer satisfaction.
- Ensure compliance with private equity reporting requirements (in partnership with Strategic Finance) and lead audit and tax preparation processes.
- Understand and ensure compliance with debt agreement obligations including the review of periodic debt compliance materials and participation on periodic lender discussions.
- Develop and lead a high-performing accounting team with a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
What We Are Looking For:
- CPA required; public accounting foundation strongly preferred.
- 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including as Controller or Assistant Controller in a SaaS company.
- Demonstrated success in a private equity-backed environment, ideally during periods of scale.
- Proven experience with supporting the translation of GAAP reporting to Management Account Reporting in partnership with Strategic Finance.
- Deep understanding of SaaS business models, revenue recognition (ASC 606), and complex order-to-cash environments.
- Proven experience leading finance transformation initiatives and system implementations (e.g., ERP, CPQ, billing).
- Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- Desire to scale and mature an accounting function in a rapidly changing business environment.
- Experience in EdTech a plus, but not required.
Performance Metrics
- Close cycle time and accuracy
- Audit readiness and outcomes
- Operational improvements in quote-to-cash and procure-to-pay processes
- Team engagement and development
- Internal customer satisfaction and business partner feedback
🌎Flex Your Workspace: Work remote from one of our eligible states across the US, or if you’re near Austin three days in office a week!
💰Planning Your Future: Our 401(k) plan comes with a 4% employer match on total earnings (not just your base salary).
💸Performance Pays Off: Whether it’s a company bonus or target sales commission, your hard work doesn’t go unnoticed.
🌴Vacation Your Way: Our flexible Open Paid Time Off Plan lets you take the time you need, when you need it.
👶Paid Parental Leave: Take the time you need to welcome your new addition – We’ve got you covered!
🎉Ten Paid Corporate Holidays: Enjoy a little extra downtime to relax and recharge with the ten paid holidays each year.
❤️Giving Back: Feel good while doing good – 16 paid volunteer hours to support the causes that matter most to you. #LINQCares
🏥Benefits That Have Your Back (And Teeth, Too!): Rock-solid medical, dental and vision coverage. Pick your vibe: a low deductible PPO and pair with an FSA or a HDHP with a sweet HSA – with contributions from LINQ. Dental perks that even cover braces for the kiddos.
💪Wellness Perks: Employer-paid Short-Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Basic Life, and AD&D insurance. Gym reimbursements and tons of extra savings on travel assistance, employee assistance, and even pet insurance options.
📚Grow With Us: Invest in yourself with professional development opportunities to keep leveling up your skills.
🎁Rewards For Referrals: Got an amazing candidate in your network? Send them our way and earn a referral bonus when they join the team!
As a federal contractor and equal employment opportunity employer, LINQ adheres to all applicable laws and regulations regarding employment practices, ensuring that all qualified individuals receive consideration for employment
based on their qualifications. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local law.
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