Controller; Financial Services Job Miami area,Florida USA,Accounting

Position: Controller (Financial Services)
Location:

Miami, FL (Once established and able to independently run the accounting function and close process, there will be hybrid flexibility)) Compensation: $200,000–$215,000 base + bonus

Steven Douglas has been exclusively selected by a fast-growing, profitable financial services company in Miami to identify its next Controller.

This is a hands-on leadership position reporting directly to senior finance leadership with responsibility for the accounting and financial reporting function.

IMPORTANT:
Lending Industry Experience Is Required

Candidates must have experience working for, or auditing, a:

Bank
Specialty lender
Commercial finance company
Other balance-sheet lending organization

Candidates should understand the accounting associated with loans and other interest-bearing financial assets held on a company's balance sheet
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We will consider candidates coming directly from public accounting with relevant financial services clients, candidates currently working within the lending industry, or a combination of both.

CPA is preferred, but not required. The Opportunity

This is broader than a traditional close-and-report Controller position.

The Controller will have exposure to sophisticated lending and financing structures, multiple legal entities and continued expansion of the company's accounting infrastructure.

The environment is entrepreneurial and fast-moving, making this an attractive opportunity for someone who wants meaningful responsibility and the ability to influence processes rather than operate within a highly layered organization.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the accounting and financial reporting function
Own the monthly, quarterly and annual close
Oversee general ledger, revenue recognition, loan accounting and expense management
Prepare and review financial statements
Manage financial reporting to external financing partners
Oversee consolidation and intercompany accounting across multiple entities
Account for loan originations, repayments, interest accruals and servicing-related activity
Reconcile loan activity with external counter parties and internal systems
Support accounting for financing entities and other legal structures
Oversee treasury, liquidity and cash management
Monitor compliance with applicable financial covenants
Manage relationships with external auditors and tax providers
Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP
Support regulatory and other required financial reporting
Improve accounting systems, processes and internal controls
Help build scalable accounting infrastructure as the company continues to grow
Support accounting requirements associated with new financing structures and strategic initiatives
Lead and develop the accounting team

Required Experience

Financial services and lending experience
Experience with a bank, credit union, specialty lender, private credit platform or similar balance-sheet lender
Strong understanding of loan accounting and interest-bearing financial assets
7+ years of progressive accounting experience
Strong financial reporting and month-end close experience
Experience working in a multi-entity environment
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field
Ability to work hands-on in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial organization

We Will Consider

Candidates coming directly from public accounting who have significant audit experience with banks, credit unions, lenders, private credit companies or similar financial institutions.

We will also consider candidates coming directly from industry or individuals with a combination of public accounting and financial services experience.

Preferred, But Not Required

CPA
Experience with modern ERP/accounting systems
Structured finance exposure
Experience with institutional financing arrangements
Experience with securitization or similar financing structures
Experience working in a smaller, entrepreneurial or high-growth organization