Senior Controller – Mortgage Servicing

Senior Controller – Mortgage Servicing

Visa : GC/USC Only

Location

Tampa, FL | Farmers Branch (Dallas), TX | Rosemont, IL Work Arrangement: Hybrid – 3 days onsite per week Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent Experience: 15+ Years Industry: Mortgage Servicing / Financial Services

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Controller to lead enterprise-wide accounting, payroll, and accounts payable operations for a growing real estate and mortgage services organization.

The ideal candidate will bring extensive mortgage servicing accounting experience, strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, mortgage servicing rights (MSR) valuation, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance. This individual will oversee month-end close activities, financial audits, internal controls, cash management, and accounting operations while leading and developing a high-performing finance team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead accounting, payroll, and accounts payable functions across multiple business entities.
• Oversee month-end and year-end closing processes and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Manage external financial audits and serve as the primary contact for auditors and regulatory stakeholders.
• Oversee Mortgage Servicing Rights (MSR) valuation in coordination with third-party valuation firms.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and applicable accounting standards.
• Manage cash flow, bank reconciliations, balance sheet reconciliations, and intercompany transactions.
• Oversee investor reporting requirements for Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, and Ginnie Mae.
• Monitor debt reporting, lender covenant compliance, and internal financial reporting.
• Establish and maintain effective internal controls, fraud prevention procedures, and financial policies.
• Review contracts and agreements to determine asset ownership and appropriate accounting treatment.
• Support annual budgeting, financial forecasting, and strategic financial planning.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting accuracy, and operational efficiency.
• Recruit, mentor, coach, and develop accounting professionals while managing team performance.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA or equivalent professional certification required.
• 15+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience.
• 10+ years of senior-level accounting experience within the mortgage servicing industry.
• Previous Controller-level experience with responsibility for enterprise accounting operations.
• Proven experience managing and leading accounting teams.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, MSR valuation, and mortgage servicing accounting.
• Experience with investor reporting requirements, including Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, and Ginnie Mae.
• Extensive experience managing financial audits, internal controls, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience with mortgage servicing platforms and ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or equivalent.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Excellent financial analysis, communication, and executive presentation skills.

Leadership Competencies

• Strong team leadership, coaching, and talent development capabilities.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to influence senior leadership and collaborate across departments.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict financial reporting deadlines.
• High level of integrity, accountability, and discretion when handling confidential financial information.

Additional Information

• Full-time, permanent opportunity.
• Hybrid work arrangement with 3 days onsite per week.
• Available work locations: Tampa, FL; Farmers Branch, TX; or Rosemont, IL.
• Relocation assistance is not available.
• Visa sponsorship is not available.

Interested candidates with extensive mortgage servicing accounting and Controller-level leadership experience are encouraged to apply.

Application Question(s)

• Do you have a CPA certification or equivalent professional accounting certification?
• Do you have 15+ years of progressive accounting experience?
• Do you have at least 10 years of senior-level accounting experience specifically within mortgage servicing?
• Do you have direct experience with Mortgage Servicing Rights (MSR) valuation and U.S. GAAP?
• Are you able to work onsite three days per week in Tampa, FL, Farmers Branch, TX, or Rosemont, IL, without relocation assistance or visa sponsorship?
• Can you briefly describe your experience in mortgage servicing accounting, including the mortgage servicers you’ve worked for, your years of experience, your Controller-level responsibilities, and your hands-on experience with MSR accounting/valuation, U.S. GAAP, and investor reporting (Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, or Ginnie Mae)?
• What is the candidate’s desired total compensation?
• What is the candidate’s highest level of education?
• Where is the candidate currently located? Please confirm if the candidate is willing to work onsite or remote. If onsite, and candidate is not located near one of the preferred locations (*Tampa, FL; Dallas, TX; or Chicago, IL), please provide a detailed relocation plan, including *which location they intend to relocate to, their expected relocation timeline, whether they will be relocating with family, and any relevant details such as selling or purchasing a home or other commitments that may impact their move.

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Tampa, FL 33610