Corporate Controller

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary

CommLoan is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Corporate Controller to lead the company's accounting operations, financial reporting, corporate insurance, and licensing functions while building scalable processes to support continued growth.

This individual will oversee the day-to-day accounting function, ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting, strengthen internal controls, manage audits, oversee corporate insurance and licensing compliance, and drive continuous process improvement across the Finance department.

The ideal candidate combines strong technical accounting expertise with a hands-on leadership style and thrives in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment. As a key member of the Finance leadership team, the Corporate Controller will partner closely with Operations, Technology, Sales, Marketing, Human Resources, and Executive Leadership to support strategic decision-making and prepare the organization for future expansion.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Reporting & Accounting

• Lead all corporate accounting operations.
• Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close.
• Prepare GAAP-compliant financial statements.
• Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
• Maintain the general ledger and chart of accounts.
• Ensure proper revenue recognition and expense allocation.
• Prepare financial reporting packages for Executive Leadership.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and accounting best practices.

Financial Controls & Compliance

• Design, implement, and maintain strong internal accounting controls.
• Develop scalable accounting policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Manage corporate audit preparation and auditor relationships.
• Coordinate tax filings with external CPA firms.
• Maintain documentation supporting financial controls.
• Identify financial and operational risks while recommending process improvements to strengthen compliance.

Cash Management & Treasury

• Monitor corporate cash flow and liquidity.
• Oversee banking relationships.
• Prepare rolling cash flow forecasts.
• Manage debt schedules and corporate obligations.
• Ensure appropriate treasury controls.
• Assist Executive Leadership with capital planning and cash management strategies.

Budgeting & Forecasting

Partner with Executive Leadership to:

• Develop annual operating budgets.
• Monitor departmental spending.
• Analyze budget variances.
• Prepare financial forecasts.
• Provide profitability analysis.
• Support strategic planning initiatives.

Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable

Oversee:

• Vendor payments.
• Customer invoicing.
• Commission payments.
• Revenue share payments.
• Collections.
• Aging reports.
• Expense reimbursements.
• Corporate credit card reconciliations.

Payroll Oversight

Partner with Human Resources to ensure:

• Accurate payroll processing.
• Benefit accounting.
• Payroll reconciliations.
• Payroll tax compliance.
• Commission calculations.
• Executive compensation accounting.

Business Insurance & Corporate Licensing

Serve as the primary owner of CommLoan's corporate insurance and licensing programs to ensure the company remains properly protected and compliant across all operating jurisdictions.

Responsibilities include:

• Manage all corporate insurance policies, including General Liability, Professional Liability (E&O), Cyber Liability, Directors & Officers (D&O), Employment Practices Liability (EPLI), Workers' Compensation, Commercial Property, Crime/Fidelity, Umbrella, and other applicable coverages.
• Serve as the primary liaison with insurance brokers, carriers, and risk management partners.
• Coordinate annual insurance renewals, coverage evaluations, policy negotiations, and premium reviews.
• Manage Certificates of Insurance (COIs) and insurance requests from lenders, landlords, vendors, investors, and strategic partners.
• Evaluate business risks and recommend appropriate insurance coverage as CommLoan continues to grow.
• Oversee all corporate licensing and regulatory registrations across applicable federal, state, and local jurisdictions.
• Ensure timely renewal of corporate lending licenses, business licenses, NMLS registrations, and other regulatory filings.
• Maintain licensing calendars and compliance documentation to prevent lapses in active licenses.
• Coordinate licensing activities with Operations, Human Resources, Legal, and Executive Leadership.
• Support regulatory examinations, audits, and compliance reviews by preparing financial and licensing documentation.
• Manage annual reports, registered agent filings, Secretary of State filings, and other corporate governance requirements.
• Maintain organized records of all insurance policies, licenses, permits, and regulatory documentation.
• Monitor regulatory changes and ensure the company remains compliant with evolving financial, licensing, and insurance requirements.

Financial Systems & Process Improvement

Lead continuous improvement of:

• Accounting software.
• Financial reporting systems.
• ERP integrations.
• Dashboard development.
• Accounting workflow automation.
• Data integrity.
• Financial reporting processes.

Audit Management

Serve as the primary contact for:

• External auditors.
• Tax professionals.
• Banking partners.
• Insurance audits.
• Regulatory examinations.
• Due diligence requests.
• Financial documentation for investors and strategic partners.

Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and develop the Accounting team.
• Establish departmental KPIs and performance standards.
• Develop and maintain accounting procedures.
• Build scalable finance operations.
• Support hiring, coaching, and professional development.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Active CPA designation required.
• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP.
• Experience leading month-end and year-end close processes.
• Experience preparing audited financial statements.
• Experience managing external audits.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Exceptional analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to prioritize multiple initiatives.

Preferred

• Public Company accounting experience.
• Commercial real estate, financial services, banking, lending, fintech, or SaaS industry experience.
• Experience supporting private equity-backed or high-growth organizations.
• Experience managing multi-state corporate licensing and regulatory compliance.
• Experience administering corporate insurance and enterprise risk management programs.
• Familiarity with NMLS licensing requirements and financial regulatory environments.
• Experience implementing ERP or accounting system upgrades.
• Experience developing scalable accounting operations for rapidly growing organizations.

Desired Competencies

• Financial Leadership
• Strategic Thinking
• Executive Presence
• Process Improvement
• Internal Controls
• Risk Management
• Business Partnership
• Regulatory Compliance
• Accountability
• Integrity
• Change Management
• Team Development
• Continuous Improvement

Why Join CommLoan?

At CommLoan, we're transforming the commercial real estate lending industry through technology, innovation, and exceptional service. Our mission is to provide commercial real estate borrowers access to capital markets by matching them with lenders that best fit their financing needs while helping them close transactions more efficiently than previously thought possible.

As Corporate Controller, you'll play a critical role in strengthening the financial foundation of a rapidly growing fintech company. Beyond leading accounting and financial reporting, you'll oversee key risk management, licensing, and compliance functions that are essential to the company's continued expansion. Working directly with executive leadership, you'll help build the financial infrastructure, governance, and operational excellence that will support CommLoan's next stage of growth.