Director of Accounting

Job Title:             Director of Accounting/Controller

Department:       Accounting                                                            

Reports To:        SVP CFO

Salary Range:    $130000 - $175000/yr

POSTION SUMMARY: The Director of Accounting and Financial Reporting (Director) position at HomeXpress Mortgage (Company) is a senior level management position. The Director/Controller is responsible for the Companys:

• Accounting and tax department functions.
• All GAAP external and internal management reporting.
• Oversight of the Companys 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:

• Manage and lead the Companys accounting operations and personnel.
• Develop document and maintain accounting position policies in accordance with GAAP.
• Ensure that the accounting operations are functioning at a high standard and that there is transparency in the financial results and the presentation thereof. Such results are to be concise and relevant.
• Maintain an effective accounting framework where all transactions are timely and accurately posted with sufficient reconciliation and documentation.
• Structure an effective and efficient internal control framework and ensure the implementation of such as well as the appropriate maintenance testing and remediation of any deficiencies.
• Responsible for the accurate and timely monthly quarterly and year-end financial information and presentation including the analysis of key performance indicators.
• Design and develop accounting system improvements including system integrations to enhance workflow.
• Collaborates with other Company employees to achieve the Companys financial goals and objectives. Monitor the Companys financial performance on a pro-active basis.
• Work with external audit and tax personnel to be proactive as to the timely completion of GAAP audits as well as accomplishing tax planning and compliance.
• Lead the development and implementation of new procedures and features to enhance the workflow of the accounting and tax activities.
• Develop meaningful data analytics and accounting metrics for management to assess the financial operations of the Company.
• Assist and/or lead the financial budgeting and planning processes including the clear communication of such to Company leadership.
• Monitor and implement new GAAP standards and provide assessments of such to management.
• Identify and analyze potential risks and opportunities in the Companys accounting operations.
• Mentor develop and manage the accounting operations staff.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Experience and working knowledge of GAAP and accounting in general as well as for mortgage banking activities including fair value and derivatives.
• Seven plus years of mortgage banking (or similar) industry experience.
• CPA license required.
• Proactive detail-oriented and solutions-oriented nature.
• People-oriented with a demonstrated inclination for service excellence.
• Demonstrated strong communication abilities.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite of products including PowerPoint as well as various accounting applications and platforms.
• Organized and able to create and effectively manage multiple timelines and schedules.

DESIRED PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:

• Self-Starter with positive Can-Do attitude.
• Able to handle sensitive information on a confidential basis.
• Works well under pressure and relishes the responsibility that comes with the position.
• Able to be a problem solver with the ability to communicate well both externally and internally.
• An open-minded individual that embraces change and innovation.

EDUCATION:

• Minimum of a bachelors degree in accounting or related business degree with accounting requirements.

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.

Additional Information :

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

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time