Senior Controller

Steadfast International LLC is seeking an experienced Senior Controller to lead enterprise-wide accounting, financial reporting, payroll, and accounts payable operations.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in mortgage servicing accounting, financial services, mortgage servicing rights (MSR) valuation, U.S. GAAP, and investor reporting. This individual will play a key leadership role in strengthening financial controls, improving accounting processes, overseeing audits, and ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.

This is an excellent opportunity for a strategic finance leader with strong technical accounting expertise and a proven track record of managing large accounting teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead accounting, payroll, and accounts payable functions across the organization.
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing processes.
• Ensure accurate financial statements and management reporting.
• Manage external financial audits and coordinate with auditors and regulators.
• Oversee mortgage servicing rights (MSR) accounting and valuation.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and applicable accounting standards.
• Manage cash flow, balance sheet reconciliations, and intercompany accounts.
• Oversee bank reconciliations and internal financial controls.
• Manage debt reporting and lender covenant compliance.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.
• Review contracts to determine appropriate asset ownership and financial recognition.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, systems, and controls.
• Lead, mentor, and develop accounting professionals.
• Maintain compliance with investor reporting requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA or equivalent professional certification.
• 15+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• 10+ years of senior-level accounting experience within mortgage servicing or financial services.
• Previous Controller-level experience.
• Strong mortgage servicing accounting experience.
• Hands-on experience with MSR accounting and valuation.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP.
• Knowledge of Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, and Ginnie Mae investor reporting requirements.
• Experience managing accounting teams and leading financial operations.
• Experience with financial audits, internal controls, and regulatory compliance.
• Familiarity with mortgage servicing platforms and ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

Preferred Candidate Profile

• Experience working for established mortgage servicing or large financial services organizations.
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, cash management, and enterprise accounting operations
• Work Location

Candidates must be located in or willing to work from one of the following locations

• Tampa, Florida
• Dallas, Texas
• Rosemont, Illinois

Work Arrangement

Hybrid.

Please note: Relocation assistance and visa sponsorship are not available.

Pay: $171,000.00 - $225,000.00 per year

Application Question(s)

• Describe your mortgage servicing accounting experience, including years of experience and previous mortgage servicing employers.
• Do you have hands-on experience with MSR accounting and valuation?
• What is your experience with U.S. GAAP and investor reporting (Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, or Ginnie Mae)?
• What is your highest level of education?
• Do you hold a CPA or equivalent professional certification?
• What is your desired annual compensation?
• Where are you currently located, and are you willing to work hybrid from one of the listed locations?
• Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?
• Will you now or in the future require employment visa sponsorship?

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Dallas, TX