Controller - Financial Services

Experience & Salary Director • $200,000 - $225,000 per year Job Details The Controller will own the full accounting function, including financial reporting, close process, technical accounting, and internal controls. You will be a key partner in building a best-in-class finance organization that can support rapid loan book expansion and increased regulatory and investor scrutiny. Key Responsibilities Lead all aspects of the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close Own GAAP financial reporting, management reporting, and lender/investor reporting Oversee accounting for loan portfolios, interest income, reserves, and credit loss allowances Build and scale SOX-ready internal controls and policies Partner closely with FP&A on portfolio performance and forecasting Manage relationships with external auditors and tax advisors Support preparation for potential IPO readiness and SEC reporting infrastructure Drive process improvements, automation, and system enhancements Lead and develop a growing accounting team Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA strongly preferred) 8–15+ years of progressive accounting experience Background in financial services, lending, banking, credit funds, or fintech strongly preferred Experience with loan accounting, allowance methodologies (CECL), and interest income recognition Prior public company experience or IPO readiness exposure strongly preferred Strong technical accounting and internal controls background (SOX preferred) Demonstrated experience scaling accounting functions in high‑growth environments A bit about us We are partnering with a rapidly growing, institutionally backed financial services firm focused on lending and credit solutions to hire a Controller to lead all core accounting operations. This is a highly visible leadership role reporting directly to the CFO, with significant exposure to board-level reporting, scaling infrastructure, and supporting a potential future public offering. This is an opportunity to join a company in a true build-and-scaling phase—moving from high-growth private company to a more structured, audit-ready, and IPO-capable organization. Why join us Build the accounting function at a company entering its next phase of institutional growth Direct exposure to CFO, investors, and board-level reporting Highly strategic role with influence on capital markets readiness Competitive compensation package including bonus #J-18808-Ljbffr LeoForce