Controller

Description

Controller

Location

Remote

Job Type

Full-time

Industry

Financial Services / Mortgage Lending

About Newfi Lending

Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Emeryville, CA, Newfi Lending is backed by Apollo Global Management and has grown into one of the nation’s leading Non-QM lenders. Newfi is recognized for innovation, operational excellence, and delivering flexible lending solutions that meet the evolving needs of borrowers and mortgage professionals.

We are building a high-performing, forward-thinking team focused on redefining modern mortgage lending through technology, strategic partnerships, and product innovation.

Apply today to join our team!

Position Summary

Newfi Lending is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Controller to join our Finance team. This role will be responsible for overseeing accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, month-end close, audit support, and mortgage-specific accounting activity for a growing mortgage lending platform.

This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for someone with strong technical accounting experience, preferably within mortgage banking, wholesale lending, correspondent lending, Non-QM, or financial services. The ideal candidate will be comfortable managing the day-to-day accounting function while also partnering with executive leadership to improve financial visibility, strengthen processes, and support continued company growth.

This position is designed for a finance leader who is looking to expand beyond traditional controllership responsibilities and develop toward broader CFO-level responsibilities over time. The Controller will work cross-functionally with Executive Leadership, Capital Markets, Secondary Marketing, Treasury, FP&A, Operations, Compliance, Risk, and Sales to support accurate reporting, scalable processes, operational discipline, and long-term financial strategy.

Key Responsibilities

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