Mortgage Banking Controller

About the Opportunity

Elliman Capital is the integrated lending arm of Douglas Elliman and operates as a division of Associated Mortgage Bankers, Inc. As we continue to grow nationally, we are seeking an experienced Controller to oversee the company's accounting operations across multiple entities. This is a hands-on Controller position within a growing mortgage banking organization. The ideal candidate enjoys building processes, improving financial operations, and working directly with executive leadership in a collaborative environment.

What Makes This Role Different

Exposure Across a Growing Mortgage Platform
You will oversee accounting operations across both Elliman Capital and Associated Mortgage Bankers, partnering directly with leadership while helping build scalable financial processes. This provides:

• Leadership over accounting and financial operations
• Exposure to both operational and mortgage banking activity
• Opportunity to improve financial reporting and internal processes
• Direct collaboration with executive leadership

A Hands-On Leadership Role
This is not a traditional corporate Controller position. We are looking for someone who enjoys improving processes while remaining involved in the day-to-day accounting function. You will:

• Oversee general accounting and accounts payable operations
• Lead financial reporting and month-end close
• Improve accounting procedures and internal controls
• Partner with leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and cash management

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, payroll, bank reconciliations, and financial reporting
• Manage the full-cycle accounts payable process, including invoice approvals, vendor payments, expense coding, and corporate credit card reconciliations
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Monitor cash flow and assist with treasury management
• Coordinate month-end and year-end close processes
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning
• Lead annual financial audits, coordinate with external auditors and tax professionals, and ensure timely regulatory and financial reporting
• Coordinate tax preparation
• Maintain internal controls and ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements
• Develop and improve accounting procedures and financial reporting processes
• Partner with Operations and Executive Leadership on strategic initiatives

Requirements

• Mortgage banking experience required
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Five or more years of progressive accounting experience
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting
• Experience managing accounts payable and general accounting functions
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills