Controller, Finance & Banking, Financial Manager

At Student First Technologies, we're pioneers in the education funding program sector, collaborating with state agencies and nonprofits to revolutionize how education funds are managed and distributed. Our flagship platform, Theodore, is at the forefront of this change, offering cloud-based solutions that enhance the efficiency, accountability, and accessibility of education funding. We're driven by the conviction that every student deserves an education that unlocks their potential, facilitated by school choice programs that ensure equitable access for all.

Our mission is to empower these agencies and nonprofits with comprehensive technology and services that allow their programs to grow and scale.

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Controller to lead and manage our core financial and accounting operations. In addition to overseeing company finances, monthly reporting, and the annual audit, this individual will collaborate with senior management and product development to optimize financial controls and disbursement services for our clients.

The Controller will play a critical role in supporting the company’s financial strategy, audit readiness, compliance posture, and operational scalability as we continue to grow. This role requires a balance of strategic oversight and hands-on execution, with a strong focus on risk management and financial discipline. This role is essential to building a financially sound, audit-ready, and risk-aware foundation for our company’s continued growth.

The Controller will ensure financial health and operational discipline while enabling strategic decision-making across the organization.

• Oversee all day-to-day accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and monthly close.
• Ensure compliance with US GAAP, company policies, and regulatory reporting requirements.
• Produce timely and accurate financial statements and internal reports for leadership and investors.

• Maintain comprehensive documentation of financial processes and controls to support audit-readiness and risk mitigation.
• Oversee the annual financial audit as well as the annual BaaS audit required by our banking partner.

• Evaluate, implement, and maintain financial systems (ERP, payroll, expense management, etc.) to support scalability and automation.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes and reduce manual work across accounting and finance functions.

• Partner with the Executive Team to support forecasting, budgeting, and cash flow planning.
• Provide financial insights and risk assessments to inform strategic decisions across the organization.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Legal, Compliance, Product, and Operations, to support company-wide initiatives.

• CPA (or equivalent certification).
• 5–8 years of progressive accounting experience, including experience at a high-growth technology company or regulated industry.
• Demonstrated knowledge of GAAP and internal control frameworks (SOC 2, etc.).
• Strong technical skills, including proficiency in accounting software (e.g. Quick Books and ).

SFT is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. 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.