Controller

Controller – Commercial Lending Division
Location: Brooklyn | Full-Time | On-Site
Salary: 120K + DOE

A fast-growing commercial lending firm in Brooklyn NY is expanding its finance team and creating a new Controller position to support its growing loan portfolio. This is a unique opportunity to step into a key leadership track role with direct mentorship from the current controller during a structured transition period.

The position is designed for someone who wants to take ownership of financial operations within a lending environment and grow into a lead finance role overseeing the division.

What You’ll Be Responsible For:

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations including payables and receivables
• Maintain and evaluate financial performance of individual loans across the portfolio
• Track the full loan lifecycle including origination, funding, servicing, and disposition
• Analyze financial impact of loan sales including gains and losses
• Monitor credit performance and identify exposure to bad debt
• Ensure accuracy of all financial reporting and supporting documentation
• Collaborate closely with the CFO and broader finance team
• Support ongoing improvements to accounting workflows and internal processes

What We’re Looking For:
Must Have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline
• 2–5+ years of accounting experience
• Strong Excel and financial analysis skills
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting
• Ability to manage multiple financial processes simultaneously
• High attention to detail and strong organizational ability

Preferred:

• Background in commercial lending, real estate, or financial services
• Exposure to loan accounting or portfolio-based reporting
• Experience with accounting or financial systems (training provided on internal tools)

What’s Offered:

• Competitive compensation package (based on experience)
• Health, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off
• Opportunity to grow into a senior finance leadership role