On-site
$160k–$190000k/yr
Role Overview The Controller will lead all accounting operations and financial reporting for a fast-paced consumer finance business. This role requires deep expertise in lending, servicing, and revenue recognition within…
Skills: Financial Reporting, GAAP, Loan Accounting, Revenue Recognition, Internal Controls
New York, New York, United States · On-site
$80k–$100k/yr
Job Description About the Role The Counterparty Risk & Due Diligence Manager is a critical member of the Legal & Compliance team, responsible for building and operationalizing a comprehensive due diligence function acros…
Skills: Due Diligence, Risk Management, Compliance, Counterparty Risk Assessment, Vendor Management
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Lead all accounting operations and financial reporting for a consumer finance business, ensuring financial integrity and regulatory compliance. Oversee the monthly close process, manage audits, and develop scalable accounting processes to support growth.
Requires 8-12+ years of accounting experience in consumer finance or fintech, with a mandatory CPA certification. Strong expertise in GAAP, loan accounting, and experience with structured finance or Big 4 accounting is preferred.
The Controller will lead all accounting operations and financial reporting for a fast-paced consumer finance business. This role requires deep expertise in lending, servicing, and revenue recognition within consumer finance, along with strong technical accounting, controls, and team leadership capabilities. The Controller will be responsible for ensuring financial integrity, regulatory compliance, and scalable processes to support growth.
Financial Reporting & Close
Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes with a focus on accuracy and timeliness
Prepare and review GAAP-compliant financial statements
Oversee consolidation, including any SPVs, warehouse facilities, or structured finance entities
Ensure proper accounting for loan originations, interest income, fees, servicing revenue, expected losses, held for sale and on balance sheet loan portfolios
Partner with FP&A on portfolio performance and yield analysis
Controls & Compliance
Build and maintain strong internal controls (SOX readiness a plus)
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g., CFPB, state lending regulations) as they impact financial reporting
Manage audits (external and internal), including preparation of audit schedules and coordination with auditors
Team Leadership
Lead and develop the accounting team, setting clear expectations and driving accountability
Establish scalable processes and systems to support business growth
Drive automation and efficiency across accounting operations
Systems & Process Improvement
Own the general ledger and accounting systems; partner with engineering/data teams where relevant
Implement best practices in reconciliation, reporting, and data integrity
Continuously improve close timelines and reporting quality
Manage accounting for securitizations, whole loan sales, and debt facilities
Work closely with CFO and FP&A to consistently incorporate business process changes into the accounting close cycle process
8–12+ years of accounting experience, with significant time in consumer finance, fintech lending, or specialty finance
Strong knowledge of GAAP, particularly as it applies to loan accounting, revenue recognition, and financial instruments
Experience with securitizations, warehouse lines, or structured finance is strongly preferred
CPA required
Proven ability to lead teams and operate in a high-growth environment
Strong systems experience (e.g., NetSuite or similar ERP); comfort working with large datasets
Big 4 accounting experience preferred
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