Assistant Controller

EMPOWER OVERVIEW

Empower is shaking up an outdated financial system by providing real opportunity for our customers: the opportunity to get the cash they need, to access fair credit, and to change their financial story. Today, we’re helping millions of people find financial security through machine learning models that evaluate creditworthiness using a more inclusive lens and mobile-first products: Cash Advance, Thrive line of credit, and Petal credit cards. Tomorrow? Creating even more financial paths for our customers (and their wallets) to succeed. 

This year, Empower ranked #65 on Inc. 5000’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies list — our third year in a row cracking the top 100 — and was named by Forbes as one of the 25 Next Billion-Dollar Startups for 2024. Empower was also featured by Forbes on America’s Best Startup Employers list in 2023, and our Thrive line of credit product was named by Fast Company as one of 2022’s Next Big Things in Tech.  

Empower is backed by Sequoia Capital, Blisce, and Icon Ventures. Ready to grow your impact and accelerate your career? Take a look at our open roles — we can’t wait to meet you.

THE EMPOWER WAY

Great Expectations: We come up with bold, audacious goals for ourselves and go all out for impact

Owner Mindset: We give every employee latitude to act independently, make smart choices, and move the business forward

Spirited Debate: We love skeptics and seek counter opinions to challenge our personal assumptions and expand our view

Customer Obsession: We listen to understand, empathize, and create a memorable, rewarding experience for our community

Inclusive Collaboration: We believe diverse teams make the best decisions, and we strive to give diverse voices a seat at the table

No Jerks Allowed: We value our relationships and take the time to build trust and connection and communicate respectfully

WHAT EMPOWER OFFERS

Competitive salary

Generous equity package

Full healthcare benefits

Technology expense reimbursement

Work from anywhere

JOB DESCRIPTION

As an Assistant Controller, you will report to the Controller of the company and will be responsible for preparing accurate and timely reports for investors and lenders. You will play a key role in ensuring our financial disclosures meet applicable standards, and you will collaborate with various stakeholders to gather and analyze financial data. As Empower is still a growing company, the ideal candidate would not be afraid to roll up their sleeves and dive into the weeds and participate in monthly and annual close procedures.

Travel for company offsites is expected at a minimum 2 times a year.

Key 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

Candidate Qualifications

• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA certification

• Financial services experience

• IFRS experience

At Empower, we hire for people that push themselves to understand others and seek out ways to challenge their personal assumptions. Our hope is that by fostering such an environment, we strengthen our business and relationships by putting people first. We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workspace where everyone (regardless of age, education, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, or any personal characteristics) feels like they belong. Even if your experience doesn’t exactly match up to our job description, you should feel empowered to apply regardless! 

At Empower, we hire for people that push themselves to understand others and seek out ways to challenge their personal assumptions. Our hope is that by fostering such an environment, we strengthen our business and relationships by putting people first. We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workspace where everyone (regardless of age, education, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, or any personal characteristics) feels like they belong. Even if your experience doesn’t exactly match up to our job description, you should feel empowered to apply regardless!