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The Learning Experience

Controller

The Learning Experience, Jacksonville, Florida, United States, 32290

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Overview

At

The Learning Experience

(or replace with your franchisee’s name), we’re more than a business — we’re a purpose-driven organization shaping the future of early education through joyful learning and strong community values. With multiple locations and a growing footprint, we’re committed to excellence in operations, compliance, and people-first leadership. Our culture blends entrepreneurial energy with professional standards — where innovation, integrity, and teamwork drive success. Compensation

This range is provided by The Learning Experience. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range : $80,000.00/yr - $85,000.00/yr About the Role

We are seeking a

hands-on and detail-oriented Controller / Director of Finance

to oversee accounting, payroll, compliance, and reporting across our multi-unit operations. This leadership role ensures

financial accuracy, regulatory compliance, ACA reporting, insurance audits, and tangible property tax management

— all while partnering closely with ownership and operations to drive profitability and growth. If you’re a proactive financial leader who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, we’d love to hear from you. What You’ll Do

Lead all accounting operations: general ledger, A/P, A/R, payroll, and bank reconciliations. Prepare and review monthly financial statements and consolidated reports for all centers. Conduct

payroll, insurance, and compliance audits

for accuracy and documentation integrity. Manage

ACA compliance, wage garnishments, and benefits reporting . File and track

tangible property tax assessments and payments . Develop and monitor budgets, forecasts, and cash flow. Partner with ownership to analyze unit-level performance and recommend improvement strategies. Ensure adherence to

GAAP, internal controls, and franchise reporting standards . Implement process improvements and mentor accounting team members. What You Bring

Bachelor’s in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA/MBA strongly preferred). 5+ years of experience in accounting or finance leadership —

multi-unit or franchise experience a plus. Proven expertise in

ACA compliance, payroll audits, insurance audits, and tangible property tax. Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills. Proficiency with

QuickBooks, ERP systems, and Excel-based reporting. Hands-on leadership style with high attention to detail and integrity. What We Offer

Competitive salary and

annual performance bonus . A collaborative environment that values growth, accountability, and innovation. The opportunity to shape financial operations for a rapidly expanding franchise group

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