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Full-Time

Assistant Controller

Remote

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Empower

Empower

51-200 employees

Personal finance management and credit building

Fintech
Financial Services

Mid, Senior

Remote in USA

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Category
Financial Accounting
Financial Analysis
Management Accounting
Accounting
Required Skills
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • 3-5 years of public accounting and/or financial reporting experience.
  • Strong knowledge of U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
  • Experience with working with external auditors.
  • Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.
Responsibilities
  • Prepare and review financial statements, footnotes, and other disclosures aligned with GAAP standards
  • Research, determine, and document appropriate company accounting standard application
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to collect and validate financial and non-financial data for reporting purposes.
  • Conduct research and analysis to support disclosure requirements and disclosures related to significant events.
  • Support external auditors and legal counsel during the audit and review process.
  • Assist in the development and maintenance of internal controls related to future PCAAB standards.
  • Collaborate with other finance and accounting professionals on special projects as needed.
  • Support monthly and annual close procedures

Empower.me provides personal finance management and credit building services through a subscription-based model. Users can access a variety of financial tools, including budgeting tools, customizable payment plans, and credit score monitoring, all for a monthly fee after a 14-day free trial. A key feature of Empower.me is its ability to report users' payments to credit bureaus, which helps them build a positive credit history. Additionally, the company offers a Thrive line of credit, which involves a soft inquiry on the user's credit report. Empower.me aims to assist individuals, especially those with no minimum credit score, in improving their financial health and achieving better credit scores.

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$1.8B

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2016

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

26%

1 year growth

38%

2 year growth

120%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The acquisition of Petal and Cashalo expands Empower.me's market reach and enhances its service offerings.
  • Partnerships with platforms like NerdWallet increase Empower.me's visibility and credibility in the fintech space.
  • Empower.me's ability to attract significant investment, such as the $150 million raised by founder Warren Hogarth, indicates strong financial backing and growth potential.

What critics are saying

  • Negative reporting for missed payments could deter potential users concerned about the impact on their credit scores.
  • The competitive fintech landscape requires continuous innovation to maintain a unique value proposition and customer loyalty.

What makes Empower unique

  • Empower.me focuses on individuals with no minimum credit score, offering a unique opportunity for those typically underserved by traditional financial institutions.
  • The company's subscription-based model with a 14-day free trial lowers the barrier to entry, making it accessible for users to try the service before committing.
  • Empower.me's emphasis on credit building through payment reporting to credit bureaus sets it apart from other personal finance management tools.

Benefits

Generous equity package

Full healthcare benefits

Unlimited PTO

Technology expense reimbursement

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