Assistant Controller

Job Title:             Assistant Controller

Department:      Accounting                                                      

Reports To:        Controller
 

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS: The Controller is responsible for the Company’s:

• Accounting and tax department functions.
• All GAAP, external and internal management reporting.
• Oversight of the Company’s external audit process and coordination of all tax compliance and planning.
• Implementation of a functioning effective and efficient internal control framework.
• Assist with and/or perform financial forecasting and budgeting for the Company.
   

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

General Ledger and Monthly Close

• Manage and own the full investor reporting process, including a review of servicer invoices for accuracy, performing the allocation of principal and interest payments between HomeXpress and investors, booking this activity into the general ledger, and reporting and facilitating payments to the investors
• Complete assigned monthly close items by stated deadlines, including journal entries, financial analysis, and account reconciliations
• Works towards developing accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and year-end close numbers
• Ensure compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and relevant regulatory requirements
• Validation that all assigned general ledger accounts are properly reconciled with documentation to support account balances
• Ensures that all financial transactions are properly recorded with sufficient documentation to support the business purpose of the transactions

Financial Reporting

• Assist the Controller and SVP, Finance in the monthly management accounting process, which includes a monthly variance analysis that is presented to company executives, a quarterly board package presented to the board of directors, and other ad-hoc analysis and support
• Assist the Controller in developing the timely and accurate monthly financial reporting, which includes balance sheets, income statements, cash flows, and regulatory and tax reporting
   

Audit Support

• Assist with the annual audit readiness and execution, including preparation of supporting schedules and reports
• Works with the internal and external stakeholders to ensure clean audits

Tax and Compliance

• Assist our external advisors in the preparation and filing of tax returns, including income tax, sales tax, and other applicable taxes
• Oversee and complete various state-level tax filings as required

Other

• Review financial statements for accuracy and completeness and complete ad-hoc financial reporting and analysis as needed
• Assisting in company-wide and accounting-specific special projects and any other tasks as assigned including continuous accounting simplification and standardization
• Promotes and supports a teamwork culture and environment
• Responsible for assigned backup tasks in case another team member is unavailable
• Performs other duties as assigned or determined appropriate
   

SPECIFIC SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE:

• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP accounting principles and internal controls and experience with COSO or an equivalent internal control framework is a plus
• Industry experience with mortgage origination or with mortgage brokers and with loan-level accounting is a plus
• The ability to think quickly and solve problems can help when faced with unexpected obstacles or schedule changes
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail in financial reporting and analysis
• Ability to use Excel for complex financial analysis, including pivot tables and VLOOKUP
• Strong problem-solving skills to address financial discrepancies and operational issues
• The ability to draw conclusions from financial data to forecast trends and make decisions is a key part of an Assistant Controller's job
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to convey financial information clearly and effectively
• Self-Starter with positive “Can-Do” attitude
• Works well under pressure and relishes the responsibility that comes with the job
• An open-minded individual that embraces change and innovation
• High ethical standards and integrity in handling financial information
   

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• 5+ years of experience as an Assistant Controller or Accounting Manager
• CPA or CMA license preferred
• A proactive individual who does not miss stated deadlines
• This position requires overtime based on deadline and job requirements
• Able to prioritize tasks and manage their own schedule
• The ability to learn from prior errors and not make the same error twice
• Be aware of all assignments, including nonrecurring ones, and their respective due dates
• Able to multitask, prioritize and manage time efficiently and consistently with the overarching goals of HomeXpress and the accounting and finance team

EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance is required
   

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• This position is in an office setting with computer and general office equipment
• The position requires the ability to move freely around within the department and other department locations

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.