• Oversee the Company's global accounting operations, ensuring the integrity of financial reporting, compliance with U.S. GAAP, and efficiency in multi-entity consolidations, reporting and compliance. • Lead the global accounting function across U.S., Canadian, and Indian entities. • Ensure timely and accurate financial close, consolidation, and reporting in compliance with U.S. GAAP. • Develop and maintain accounting policies, internal controls, and financial procedures. • Coordinate with external auditors and manage annual audits. • Manage sales tax registration and compliance processes for software products in jurisdictions where they are taxable. • Oversee accounting system infrastructure and participate in system upgrades or ERP transitions. • Coordinate the development, compilation, and reporting of annual budgets and rolling forecasts. • Lead and mentor the global accounting team in India. • Collaborate with FP&A, operations, and other departments to ensure financial alignment across the business.

• Manage finance and controller functions within the company • Collaborate with internal teams to ensure financial accuracy • Oversee financial reporting and compliance

• The Controller position is a hands-on role, responsible for implementing processes and systems for our clients - including mapping out needs, choosing a system, and setting up, and implementing the system. • You will be supporting our startup clients who need Controller help but may not have a need for an internal team at their growth stage (usually we work with Seed through Series C clients). • You’ll be working with a variety of clients, so the ability to context shift, communicate, prioritize, and evaluate needs is the most important thing you’ll be doing in this role. • You’ll be managing accountants and processes for our clients and possibly internally to Burkland, too, so you’ll want to have a background in management.

Job DetailsJob Location: Remote - Anywhere U.S - UTSalary Range: $130,000.00 - $165,000.00 SalaryTravel Percentage: Up to 25%Job Category: AccountingRemote - Anywhere in the U.S (travel: 1 to 2 times per year) #LI-remote The Director, U.S. Controller is a key financial leader responsible for overseeing all domestic accounting operations for Waterford.org. Reporting to the Corporate Controller, this role directs the accounting team, ensures the integrity of financial reporting, and drives the tactical execution of Waterford’s financial operations. The position partners across the organization to support strategic initiatives, maintain strong internal controls, and ensure compliance with GAAP, nonprofit accounting standards, and grant requirements. This role is ideal for a mission driven leader who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about supporting Waterford’s work to expand educational access and equity for children and families. Responsibilities Leadership & Operational Ownership Directs the daily operations of the U.S. accounting function, ensuring accurate and timely month end and year end close processes, including A/P, A/R, journal entries, and account reconciliations. Drives results with minimal supervision, ensuring the accounting team meets deadlines, maintains high standards, and delivers reliable financial information. Creates tactical plans that translate organizational priorities into clear accounting processes, timelines, and deliverables. Provides leadership, coaching, and development to accounting staff, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Financial Reporting & Compliance Oversees the preparation of audit schedules, financial statements, and footnotes for the annual financial statement audit; serves as a primary point of contact for external auditors. Maintains strong internal controls and safeguards for revenue, expenditures, and program budgets Ensures proper documentation and consistent application of accounting policies, procedures, and controls. Applies sound professional judgment to evaluate accounting practices and ensure compliance with GAAP, nonprofit accounting standards, and organizational policies. Cross‑Functional Collaboration Works across the organization on projects that require accounting expertise, including grant proposals, program reporting, and cross departmental initiatives. Partners with Finance, Operations, Development, and Program teams to support accurate reporting, budgeting, and compliance with grant and contract requirements. Provides financial data, insights, and recommendations to the Corporate Controller, CFO, and CEO to support decision making. Systems, Processes, & Continuous Improvement Oversees the maintenance and enhancement of accounting systems, including NetSuite. Collaborates in the design, planning, and deployment of system improvements and new financial applications. Evaluates business processes and recommends improvements to increase efficiency, accuracy, and scalability. Strategic Input & Budget Support Provides input into strategic decisions that impact the accounting function and broader finance organization. Contributes to the development of the annual budget by providing accurate financial data, insights, and recommendations. Supports the Corporate Controller and CFO with special projects, financial analysis, and reporting. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications BA/BS in Accounting; Master’s degree, CPA preferred. 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including nonprofit or governmental accounting preferred. Proven leadership experience directing, mentoring, and motivating accounting teams. Strong digital literacy, including advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite. Experience with NetSuite preferred; experience with Stampli, RAMP, and Salesforce a plus; system implementation experience a plus. Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and maintain confidentiality. Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across the organization. About Waterford.org Waterford.org provides PreK through 2nd grade reading, math, and science programs that children can use wherever they learn. Our programs help children reach critical milestones by 3rd grade, laying the foundation for their future success. Waterford.org serves over 200,000 children across 42 states every year. Working at Waterford.org Waterford.org team members are located across the United States and primarily work from home. We anticipate this full time, base salary position will pay $130,000 - $165,000 per year depending on the education, experience and skill level of the individual we hire. We also offer a phenomenal benefits package that includes health insurance, dental insurance, basic life insurance, and disability insurance. New hires receive a one-time HSA contribution. Retirement contributions are matched up to 5% by the organization. Plus, a generous vacation, sick, and holiday offering. Waterford.org Employee Growth & Applications At Waterford.org, we truly believe in the boundless potential of our team members and their continuous growth and development. We are dedicated to encouraging a culture that nurtures talent from within, which is why we prioritize internal applicants for all job postings. External candidates may experience a delay in being contacted by our Talent Acquisition team. Equal Opportunity Employer Waterford is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Waterford is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status. Qualifications