Controller Location: Atlanta, GA Type: Direct Hire Presented by: The Intersect Group Company Overview We are partnering with a purpose-driven education organization operating a portfolio of high-growth brands that serve students from elementary school through college. With offerings ranging from tutoring and test preparation to executive function coaching and academic support, the company is committed to delivering exceptional outcomes through expertise, empathy, and student-centered solutions. The organization is backed by a leading private equity partner and is rapidly scaling through acquisitions in the United States and internationally. This environment provides a unique opportunity for finance leaders who thrive in transformational, mission-driven settings. Role Summary The Controller will serve as a key financial leader responsible for elevating the accounting function, integrating acquired companies, and supporting a multi-entity, private equity-backed structure. This role oversees daily accounting operations, ensures financial accuracy, and builds scalable processes as the organization continues to expand.
You will partner closely with the CFO to standardize policies, strengthen internal controls, and develop a shared services accounting model that can support rapid growth and increasing operational complexity.
This position offers significant influence, leadership responsibility, and the opportunity to build an accounting organization in a first-of-its-kind education roll-up. Key Responsibilities
Oversee day-to-day accounting operations across multiple entities including general ledger, AP, AR, payroll, and consolidated reporting
Lead a shared services accounting model and ensure scalable processes for an acquisitive organization
Standardize accounting policies, procedures, and systems across acquired brands
Manage timely and accurate month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close cycles
Oversee intercompany transactions, consolidations, and eliminations
Drive integration of acquired companies including revenue recognition alignment, system onboarding, and internal control development
Maintain strong compliance with GAAP and ensure audit readiness across all entities
Manage external audits and coordinate with tax advisors, financial partners, and private equity stakeholders
Hire, develop, and lead accounting team members while promoting a high-performance culture
Improve accounting systems and processes including ERP optimization and automation
Partner cross-functionally with FP&A, Operations, HR, and M&A teams
Oversee Treasury activities including cash tracking and banking coordination
Key Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA strongly preferred
Six or more years of progressive accounting experience including at least three years in a Controller or Assistant Controller role
Experience working within a private equity-backed environment with a roll-up strategy
Strong M&A integration experience and ability to consolidate multi-entity structures
Strong understanding of GAAP, deferred revenue, revenue recognition (ASC 606), and consolidations
Experience building or scaling a shared services finance function
Advanced proficiency with ERP systems such as NetSuite or Sage Intacct
Strong technical accounting and systems aptitude
Excellent leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills
Ability to excel in a fast-paced, high-growth environment with evolving processes
Preferred Skills
Experience with Sage integrated into proprietary systems
Treasury experience including cash management and client cash applications
Background supporting recurring revenue models and contract-based revenue streams
Experience in education, services, or multi-location operating environments
Why This Opportunity
High-impact role with direct partnership to the CFO
Opportunity to modernize the accounting function and build scalable processes
Leadership responsibility in a rapidly growing private equity-backed organization
Significant involvement in acquisitions, integrations, and strategic initiatives
Mission-driven company with a strong culture and national expansion trajectory
Call to Action If you are a strategic accounting leader with experience in private equity, acquisitions, and multi-entity operations, apply today through The Intersect Group with your resume and best contact information. Our team will connect with you promptly to discuss next steps.
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