Assistant Controller

Nexera, LLC

. Manage daily accounting activities, including general ledger maintenance, journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations, accounts payable, and accounts receivable .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $125,000 - $135,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in managing accounting activities, including GAAP compliance, financial reporting, and mortgage banking accounting. Proficient in leading teams, implementing process improvements, and utilizing advanced financial tools for operational efficiency.

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GAAP ComplianceFinancial ReportingMortgage Banking AccountingAdvanced Excel SkillsTeam Leadership

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Hard Skills

General Ledger AccountingFinancial Statement PreparationAccrualsBalance Sheet ReconciliationVariance AnalysisBudgetingForecastingOperational Financial AnalysisProblem-SolvingAccounting Process Improvements

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsExcellent Organizational SkillsAnalytical CapabilitiesMentoringCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Loan VisionAccounting SystemsFinancial Reporting SystemsERP PlatformsWarehouse Reporting Portals

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA DesignationMBA

Industry Keywords

Mortgage BankingWholesale LendingCorrespondent LendingNon-QMInvestor SettlementsLoan FundingGain-on-Sale AccountingServicing AccountingInternal ControlsAudit Experience

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage daily accounting activities, including general ledger maintenance, journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations, accounts payable, and accounts receivable
Coordinate month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities
Prepare and review financial statements, balance sheets, income statements, cash flow schedules, and supporting documentation
Review general ledger activity, identify discrepancies, and ensure accurate transaction classification
Improve accounting accuracy, efficiency, and close timelines
Support financial reporting packages, variance analysis, and special accounting projects
Oversee mortgage-specific accounting for loan funding, loan sales, gain-on-sale recognition, investor settlements, and servicing-related transactions
Review warehouse line reconciliations and reconcile loan-level transactions across mortgage systems, warehouse facilities, banking records, and the general ledger
Investigate and resolve discrepancies related to loan funding, investor remittances, cash activity, and mortgage accounting transactions
Collaborate with Treasury, Capital Markets, Secondary Marketing, Operations, FP&A, Finance leadership, and other departments
Maintain accounting policies, procedures, internal controls, and financial documentation
Prepare audit schedules, workpapers, reconciliations, and documentation for internal and external audits
Support investor reviews, warehouse lender reporting, and regulatory financial examinations
Ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies, and applicable mortgage banking requirements
Prepare financial analysis, budget-to-actual comparisons, expense reporting, profitability analysis, and variance explanations
Support forecasting, budgeting, operational financial reporting, dashboards, and reporting tools
Provide guidance, training, and day-to-day support to accounting team members
Review workpapers, reconciliations, and journal entries for accuracy and completeness
Streamline processes, reduce manual tasks, and implement accounting technology, automation, and AI-enabled tools
Foster continuous improvement and professional development within the accounting team

Requirements

What you’ll need

6+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience, preferably within mortgage banking, wholesale lending, correspondent lending, Non-QM, or financial services
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
Previous experience as an Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager, Senior Accountant with supervisory responsibilities, or a similar accounting leadership role
Strong knowledge of GAAP, general ledger accounting, financial reporting, accruals, and balance sheet reconciliations
Experience preparing or reviewing financial statements and supporting monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
Understanding of mortgage banking accounting, including warehouse lines, loan funding, loan sales, gain-on-sale accounting, investor settlements, and related reconciliations
Experience supporting internal and external audits and maintaining accounting policies and controls
Advanced Excel skills and proficiency with accounting and financial reporting systems
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with the ability to research and resolve complex accounting discrepancies
Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate across departments
Experience mentoring, training, or supervising accounting personnel
CPA designation or MBA preferred, but not required
Direct mortgage banking, wholesale lending, or correspondent lending accounting experience
Experience with Non-QM, DSCR, Agency, Jumbo, HELOC, Second Lien, or investor lending products
Familiarity with Loan Vision or comparable mortgage accounting systems, loan origination systems, ERP platforms, and warehouse reporting portals
Experience with servicing accounting, investor reporting, EPP activity, and loan-level reconciliations
Prior public accounting or audit experience
Experience implementing accounting process improvements, automation, and AI-enabled financial tools
Exposure to financial modeling, profitability reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and operational financial analysis

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation
401(k) matching program
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Flexible remote work environment