Full-Time

Technical Accounting & Financial Reporting Manager

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Guild Education

Guild Education

1,001-5,000 employees

Education benefits and workforce development solutions

Consumer Software
Education

Compensation Overview

$110k - $140kAnnually

+ Variable Compensation + Company Stock Options

Mid

Remote in USA

Candidates must live and work full-time in one of the specified states.

Category
Financial Accounting
Financial Analysis
Management Accounting
Accounting
Requirements
  • CPA
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting
  • 4+ years of progressive accounting experience
  • Strong knowledge of US GAAP and SEC reporting requirements
  • Public company and/or public accounting experience with exposure to SEC financial statements
  • Strong knowledge of internal controls over financial reporting and SOX compliance
  • Accurate and extremely well organized
Responsibilities
  • Coordinate the preparation and review of quarterly financial statements, footnotes, and supporting schedules
  • Coordinate information requests and prepare documentation to support the financial statements, footnotes and disclosures, including disclosure checklists and tie-outs
  • Assist with the execution of the financial statement audit
  • Account for complex equity transactions including stock-based compensation, stock repurchases, award modifications, warrants, and performance based awards
  • Research the application of new and existing accounting pronouncements, assist with the adoption of new accounting standards and prepare of technical accounting memos
  • Interpret US GAAP and lead discussions on complex accounting topics across the business
  • Prepare journal entries and reconciliations as well as review those prepared by staff and senior accountants on a monthly basis
  • Coordinate information requests for valuations such as those related to stock compensation and newly acquired companies
  • Assist with integrating the financial results of acquired companies
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of the financial reporting process & maintain appropriate documentation
  • Guild is a rapidly growing company so you will have opportunities to work on special projects

Guild Education helps large employers invest in their employees' education through programs like tuition reimbursement and access to online courses and degree programs. By partnering with companies, Guild enhances employee satisfaction and retention while addressing the need for retraining in a changing job market. What sets Guild apart is its focus on scalable education solutions that promote diversity and inclusion among employees. The company's goal is to turn education programs into strategic investments that yield positive returns for businesses.

Company Stage

Series F

Total Funding

$626M

Headquarters

Denver, Colorado

Founded

2015

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-15%

1 year growth

-14%

2 year growth

-15%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Guild's partnerships with major employers like MOD Pizza and Regions Bank highlight its strong market presence and potential for growth.
  • The recent $264M equity investment and $175M Series F funding round indicate robust financial health and capacity for aggressive expansion.
  • Innovative programs like PowerU and collaborations with institutions like Ivy Tech demonstrate Guild's commitment to continuous product development and workforce advancement.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive landscape in EdTech and HR solutions is intense, requiring Guild to continuously innovate to maintain its edge.
  • Dependence on large employers for revenue could pose risks if economic downturns lead to budget cuts in employee benefits.

What makes Guild Education unique

  • Guild Education uniquely focuses on providing education benefits as a strategic investment for employers, unlike traditional education platforms that target individual learners.
  • Their dual revenue model, earning from both employers and educational institutions, provides a diversified income stream that enhances financial stability.
  • Guild's emphasis on diversity and inclusion, promoting internal mobility and offering educational opportunities to a broader range of employees, sets it apart in the HR and EdTech sectors.

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Benefits

Be an owner - Every employee is granted equity in Guild with a 4-year vesting schedule as well as a 401(k).

Prioritize your time - We offer generous parental leave, PTO, and onsite daycare for Denver-based employees

Have a learner's mindset - Guild offers student loan reimbursement, 100% tuition assistance for your first bachelor’s degree, and $10K/year toward additional education.

Take care of yourself - Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans because we care about the health and well-being of all Guild employees.