Belong to something. Believe in something. Strive for something. UHP creates professionals, builds leaders, and reveals purpose. We’re looking for people to join our team who believe this mission is worth showing up for every day.
UHP is a veteran-focused education and leadership development organization based on a scenic 800-acre campus in Northwest Arkansas.
The UHP School of Health & Performance offers program tracks in personal training, health coaching, and culinary nutrition. At the UHP Skilled Trades Institute, students earn the certifications necessary to launch careers in high-demand trades. Leadership development is baked into every program.
We also work with a network of employer and industry partners to open career pathways for our graduates. While we can't guarantee employment, everything we do is designed to give service members and veterans a real path toward meaningful careers.
Veterans, transitioning service members, and military spouses are strongly encouraged to apply.
Why UHP
At UHP, you are joining more than a company — you are helping build something designed to create lasting impact.
You will have the opportunity to:
Contribute to a mission larger than yourself
Help shape and build new systems and programs
Work alongside passionate and purpose-driven people
Directly impact the lives of veterans and future generations
Be part of building the future workforce
Role Overview
UHP is growing its accounting department, and the Assistant Controller is the first hire in that build-out. You will work directly with the Controller across the full accounting function, from the monthly close to revenue reconciliation. This is a hands-on Assistant Controller role for someone with real GAAP experience who takes initiative without waiting for direction.
Key Responsibilities
Close and Reporting
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
Run the month-end close, including account reconciliations, accruals, and variance analysis
Manage the general ledger and daily transactions
Revenue and Cash
Reconcile revenue, including student invoicing, refunds, and payments
Support bank reconciliations and cash management
Review AP entries for accuracy
Controls, Audit, and Planning
Maintain fixed asset records and prepare monthly depreciation entries
Support internal and external audits
Assist with budgets and financial models
Help improve accounting processes, controls, and reporting workflows
Partnership
Work with operations on contracts, vendor management, and business decisions
Qualifications
REQUIRED
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, or finance (accounting preferred)
5+ years of progressive accounting experience, showing growth in responsibility
Hands-on month-end close, reconciliations, accruals, and variance analysis under U.S. GAAP
QuickBooks Online experience
PREFERRED
Bill.com experience
Experience across more than one industry
Remote or hybrid work experience
Cultural Fit
Self-directed and comfortable working without close oversight
Sound judgment and discretion with confidential information
Clear communicator with both accounting and operations teams
Takes ownership and keeps work moving without being told
Schedule & Environment
Schedule: Monday-Friday, core business hours
Work Environment: Remote / home office
TOTAL REWARDS
Compensation & Benefits
Compensation: $90,000 - $100,000 annually, based on experience
401(k)
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off
Professional development support
Equal Employment Opportunity
UHP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.