Senior Controller – Mortgage Servicing, Enterprise Accounting

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. Lead enterprise accounting, payroll, and accounts payable functions .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeTampa • Florida • United StatesSenior💰 $171,000 - $225,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in enterprise accounting, financial reporting, and compliance with U.S. GAAP, while effectively leading teams and optimizing accounting processes. Proficient in managing audits, cash flow operations, and mortgage servicing rights valuation.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's Degree In AccountingCPA Certification15+ Years Of Progressive Accounting ExperienceStrong Knowledge Of U.S. GAAPMortgage Servicing Experience

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Hard Skills

Financial ReportingCash Flow ManagementBalance Sheet ReconciliationInternal ControlsAccounting Process OptimizationBudgeting And ForecastingDebt ReportingRegulatory ComplianceAnalytical SkillsMortgage Servicing Rights Valuation

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationTeam DevelopmentExecutive Presentation Skills

Tools & Technologies

SAPOracleMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft WordMicrosoft Outlook

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA

Industry Keywords

Mortgage ServicingFinancial ServicesU.S. GAAPInvestor Reporting RequirementsFannie MaeFreddie MacGinnie Mae

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERPOracle

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead enterprise accounting, payroll, and accounts payable functions
Ensure timely month-end close processes and accurate financial reporting
Serve as the primary liaison with external financial audit firms
Identify and implement accounting process optimization opportunities
Collaborate with third-party valuation firms to assess mortgage servicing rights
Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards
Support budgeting and forecasting processes
Oversee cash flow management
Maintain balance sheet reconciliations
Ensure intercompany accounts are balanced and bank accounts are reconciled
Establish and maintain controls designed to deter fraud
Manage internal reporting and disbursement reviews
Oversee payroll and debt reporting
Monitor lender covenant compliance
Coordinate multiple audits
Document management's position on current and emerging accounting treatments under U.S. GAAP
Enhance key accounting processes and controls
Update and document accounting policies and procedures
Serve as the finance executive liaison with auditors and regulators
Develop and support the growth of the accounting team through guidance, coaching, and documented procedures
Review contracts to determine asset ownership and appropriate financial recognition
Partner with third-party valuation firms on mortgage servicing rights
Support budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, balance sheet, audit, risk management, and financial control activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
CPA or equivalent professional certification
15+ years of progressive accounting experience
10+ years of experience in a senior accounting role within mortgage servicing for financial services segments, including Controller-level experience
Mortgage servicing experience
Previous experience managing people and leading teams
Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP
Knowledge of investor reporting requirements including Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, and Ginnie Mae
Mortgage servicing rights valuation experience
Experience with financial audits, internal controls, and regulatory compliance
Deep understanding of enterprise accounting systems, cash flow operations, cost structures, and financial resource planning
Experience with mortgage servicing platforms and ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or similar
Advanced Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook skills
Strong financial reporting, analytical, communication, and executive presentation skills
Ability to work in a hybrid capacity from Tampa, FL; Dallas, TX; or Rosemont, IL
Must be based in Tampa, FL; Dallas, TX; or Rosemont, IL
Visa sponsorship is not available

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid work arrangement
Relocation assistance is not available
Visa sponsorship is not available