Senior Controller | Mortgage Servicing & Enterprise Accounting | $171K-$225K

Description

Senior Controller | Mortgage Servicing & Enterprise Accounting

Full-Time | Hybrid | Tampa, FL; Dallas, TX; or Rosemont, IL

Ready to take ownership of enterprise accounting for a complex, multi-entity mortgage servicing organization? Heartline Staffing is recruiting a Senior Controller for a leadership opportunity with an established financial services organization. This role offers the opportunity to oversee enterprise accounting operations, strengthen financial controls, and work closely with executive leadership on financial reporting, compliance, and operational improvements.

This is a hands-on leadership position overseeing accounting, payroll, and accounts payable functions across multiple entities. You'll play a key role in ensuring accurate financial reporting, managing external audits, supporting mortgage servicing rights valuations, and improving the processes and controls that support the organization.

We're looking for an experienced accounting leader who brings deep mortgage servicing expertise, strong technical accounting knowledge, and the ability to develop teams while driving meaningful operational improvements.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Lead Enterprise Accounting, Payroll, And Accounts Payable Functions Across Multiple Entities
• Oversee Month-End Close Processes And Ensure Timely, Accurate Financial Reporting
• Manage Balance Sheet Reconciliations, Intercompany Accounting, And Bank Reconciliations
• Oversee Cash Flow Management, Disbursement Reviews, And Financial Controls
• Serve As The Primary Liaison With External Financial Auditors
• Coordinate Multiple Audits And Support Regulatory Compliance Activities
• Collaborate With Third-Party Valuation Firms On Mortgage Servicing Rights (MSR) Valuations
• Ensure Appropriate Accounting Treatment And Financial Recognition Under U.S. GAAP
• Prepare And Document Technical Accounting Positions On Current And Emerging Accounting Standards
• Oversee Debt Reporting And Compliance With Lender Covenants
• Support Enterprise Budgeting, Forecasting, And Financial Resource Planning
• Review Contracts To Determine Asset Ownership And Appropriate Financial Recognition
• Strengthen Internal Controls And Identify Opportunities To Reduce Financial And Operational Risk
• Develop, Improve, And Document Accounting Policies, Procedures, And Processes
• Present Financial Information And Recommendations To Executive Stakeholders
• Partner With Internal Leadership, Auditors, Regulators, And Other Business Functions
• Lead, Coach, And Develop Accounting Team Members
• Drive Process Optimization, Operational Efficiency, And Continuous Improvement

WHY CONSIDER THIS OPPORTUNITY?

• Senior-Level Ownership Of Enterprise Accounting Operations
• Exposure To Complex Mortgage Servicing And Multi-Entity Financial Reporting
• Opportunity To Influence Accounting Processes, Controls, And Risk Management
• Direct Collaboration With Executive Leadership And External Financial Partners
• Leadership Responsibility Across Accounting, Payroll, And Accounts Payable
• Opportunity To Develop And Mentor Accounting Professionals

WORK ARRANGEMENT

• Full-Time Position
• Hybrid Work Arrangement
• Must Be Based In Tampa, Florida; Dallas, Texas; Or Rosemont, Illinois
• Relocation Assistance Not Available
• Visa Sponsorship Not Available

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree In Accounting, Finance, Or A Related Field REQUIRED
• CPA Or Equivalent Professional Certification REQUIRED
• Minimum 15 Years Of Progressive Accounting Experience REQUIRED
• Minimum 10 Years Of Senior Accounting Experience Within Mortgage Servicing Or Relevant Financial Services Segments, Including Controller-Level Experience REQUIRED
• Deep Mortgage Servicing Accounting And Financial Reporting Expertise REQUIRED
• Previous Experience Managing People And Leading Accounting Teams REQUIRED
• Strong Knowledge Of U.S. GAAP, Financial Audits, Internal Controls, And Regulatory Compliance REQUIRED
• Knowledge Of Mortgage Servicing Rights (MSR) Valuation And Related Accounting Requirements REQUIRED
• Knowledge Of Investor Reporting Requirements, Including Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, And Ginnie Mae REQUIRED
• Experience With Mortgage Servicing Platforms And Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Systems REQUIRED
• Strong Understanding Of Enterprise Accounting Systems, Cash Flow Operations, Cost Structures, And Financial Planning REQUIRED
• Experience Managing Financial Reporting, Reconciliations, And Complex Accounting Processes REQUIRED
• Ability To Present Complex Financial Information To Executive Stakeholders REQUIRED
• Advanced Microsoft Excel, Word, And Outlook Skills REQUIRED
• Strong Leadership, Coaching, Mentoring, And Performance Management Skills REQUIRED
• Strong Analytical, Problem-Solving, Project Management, And Communication Skills REQUIRED
• Ability To Lead Process Improvements And Manage Organizational Change REQUIRED
• Ability To Work In A Hybrid Arrangement In Tampa, FL; Dallas, TX; Or Rosemont, IL REQUIRED

Additional Experience And Capabilities

• Experience With SAP, Oracle, Or Comparable ERP Systems
• Experience Leading Cross-Functional Or Matrix Teams
• Experience Enhancing Accounting Policies, Procedures, And Internal Controls
• Experience Supporting Complex Multi-Entity Accounting Environments
• Strong Executive Presence And Ability To Influence Senior Stakeholders
• Ability To Manage Multiple Priorities In A Fast-Paced Environment
• Collaborative, Consultative Leadership Style
• Strong Business Acumen, Professional Integrity, And Attention To Detail