Controller

Controller

Northern Mortgage Services LLC is a residential mortgage lender with over 25 years of experience. The company has branches that serve in 19 states.

The Controller position oversees the administrative, financial, human resource, and risk management operations of the company. This includes measuring metrics tied to the company strategy, developing control systems to preserve assets, and reporting accurate financial results.

Financial Responsibilities:

• Lead day-to-day financial operations
• Prepare timely financial reports
• Review and approve necessary financial filings
• Report financial results to the President and management
• Provide key financial data to support management decisions
• Manage transaction processing systems
• Coordinate hedge commitments with secondary parties
• Implement accounting best practices and SOPs
• Oversee financial software operations
• Manage general ledger accounts and ensure GAAP compliance

Funding:

• Monitor cash balances and forecasts, coordinating with the Atonne CFO
• Track Warehouse Line and needs

HR Responsibilities:

• Oversee new hire process, onboarding, and exit strategies
• Develop and implement HR strategies and goals across the company
• Manage HRIS system and maintain accurate personnel records
• Track employee relations, leave management, performance management, job descriptions, and benefits administration
• Provide guidance and support to management and employees
• Prioritize workplace issues and find resolutions

Planning:

• Implement strategic business plans
• Coordinate financial and tax strategies with the CFO
• Manage capital requests and budgeting processes
• Develop performance measures aligned with the company's direction

Risk Management:

• Understand and mitigate key risk elements
• Construct and monitor control systems
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements
• Maintain accurate record-keeping for auditors and government agencies
• Report risk issues to the President
• Maintain relationships with external auditors and investigate their findings

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance preferred
• 7 years of accounting/finance experience, including HR leadership roles
• Strong understanding of both domains
• Results-driven and people-oriented
• Effective management of multiple functions and priorities
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Work Environment:

The Controller/HR Manager works primarily in an office environment with occasional travel required. The role involves sitting for extended periods and using standard office equipment.