Ancillary Products Controller

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Lead the financial and accounting operations for Real's ancillary product divisions, such as Real Wallet and Mortgage.

• Report directly to the Assistant Controller.

• Supervise accounting managers and analysts integrated within each ancillary business segment.

• Review and authorize journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end closing deliverables.

• Ensure the production of accurate, timely financial statements in compliance with US GAAP.

• Establish and uphold internal controls along with segregation of duties.

• Coordinate support for internal and external audits and execute audit recommendations.

• Oversee treasury functions, cash management, and liquidity monitoring.

• Monitor adherence to regulatory requirements across payments and mortgage operations.

• Act as the primary finance business partner to leaders in Wallet and Mortgage.

• Evaluate the accounting implications of new products, features, and business models.

• Collaborate with Product, R&D, Legal, and Operations on new initiatives.

• Provide financial analysis, profitability evaluations, and scenario planning.

• Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and performance reporting.

• Present insights and recommendations to senior leadership.

• Manage, mentor, and develop accounting managers, controllers, and analysts.

• Drive enhancements in processes, automation, and reporting efficiencies.

• Support special projects, including system implementations, process redesign, and business growth.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

• CPA certification is mandatory.

• Experience at a Big 4 audit firm is required.

• 8-10+ years of progressive experience in accounting/finance.

• A minimum of 3 years managing accounting personnel.

• Experience overseeing accounting and reporting for multiple business lines or products concurrently.

• Experience in fintech/payments, mortgage, or other regulated financial services is highly desirable.

• Proven experience collaborating with product/business teams on new initiatives and assessing their accounting implications.

• Proficient in advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.

• Strong technical accounting expertise (US GAAP).

• Demonstrated ability to manage and develop accounting staff.

• Excellent analytical and critical thinking abilities.

• Capable of functioning effectively in ambiguous and rapidly changing environments.

• Candidates must reside in the U.S. to be eligible for consideration.

• Ability to sit for extended periods.

• Legally authorized to work in the United States.

🏝️ Benefits

• Bonus.

• Health benefits.

• Life insurance.

• Flexible PTO.

• 401k.

• Minimal travel may be necessary.