Controller at Lima One Capital – Greenville, South Carolina

The Controller is a Senior finance leader responsible for the integrity, accuracy, and scalability of Lima One’s accounting, financial reporting, SEC reporting support, and internal control environment. This role owns the general ledger, financial close, accounting policy framework, and all aspects of Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) compliance. The Controller serves as the primary owner of Lima One’s global SOX compliance program and partners closely with MFA Financial to support quarterly and annual SEC reporting requirements. This role operates at a public-company standard while enabling growth, operational efficiency, and strong governance. This position oversees a diverse accounting organization of 10+ professionals across on-site, remote, and offshore locations and plays a critical leadership role in building a high-performing, scalable controllership function.

Job Responsibilities:

Financial Close & Reporting

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes with a focus on speed, accuracy, and predictability.
• Ensure timely, accurate U.S. GAAP financial statements supported by strong analytical review and documentation.
• Maintain full ownership of the general ledger, account structure, reconciliations, and journal entry governance.
• Support MFA Financial with SEC reporting deliverables, including Forms 10-Q, 10-K, and related disclosures.

Controls, SOX & Audit

• Own and manage Lima One’s global Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance program.
• Maintain and continuously improve accounting policies, technical accounting memoranda, and process documentation.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors and lead annual financial statement audits.
• Ensure a strong internal control environment with zero material weaknesses.

Systems Ownership & Process Improvement

• Own and optimize the Campfire general ledger and FloQast close management platform.
• Ensure effective integrations and data integrity across Elphi, TMO Pro, Campfire, Snowflake, and Ramp.
• Partner with IT, Data, and Operations to drive automation and control maturity.

Cross-Functional Leadership

• Partner closely with FP&A, Treasury, Capital Markets, Compliance, IT, and Operations.
• Provide technical accounting guidance and financial insights.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead and develop a high-performing accounting team with clear accountability.
• Foster a culture of ownership, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

Success Profile

• A successful Corporate Controller will deliver a fast, accurate close, maintain a strong SOX posture, and scale the accounting function to support growth, while driving a continuous improvement accounting operation.

Equivalent Education Level Required

• Bachelors degree with a major in Accounting, Finance or Economics.

Experience and Knowledge Required

• Active CPA license
• Minimum 5 years public accounting experience
• Minimum 10 years total accounting experience
• Public company SEC reporting experience
• Hands-on SOX ownership
• Deep U.S. GAAP knowledge

Experience Preferred

• Financial services or mortgage lending experience
• ERP and finance systems optimization experience
• Campfire, FloQast, Snowflake, Ramp experience

What We Offer

Industry Leading Benefits:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability
• Hospitalization and Accidental Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts – Health and Dependent Care
• Health Savings Account
• Safe Harbor 401K with company match
• Growing Families Support (including paid parental leave, infertility support and assistance, childcare reimbursement, and elder care)
• Pet Insurance

Work Life Balance: 12 paid time off days and 5 sick days, in addition to 12 paid holidays – that’s about a month of time to rest, relax, and recharge every year.

Career Development: We prioritize the growth and success of our team members. You'll benefit from continuous learning opportunities, dedicated mentorship, and the chance to refine your skills and advance your career.

New Headquarters: Join us in our brand new, thoughtfully designed office in the heart of Downtown Greenville (parking is paid for!)
Why Lima One?At Lima One Capital we’re relentlessly focused on a simple but powerful goal: to be the nation’s premier lender for real estate investors. Inspired by that vision, every member of our team is driven by our mission to create opportunities for our customers and employees by educating, empowering, and financing real estate investors who are building, improving, and stabilizing their neighborhoods and communities nationwide.

• Loans Funded: $10+ billion in loans funded, 30k loans closed since 2010
• Geography: 46 states + D.C. where we revitalize neighborhoods
• Employees: ~300 employees with competitive benefits and perks
• Stability: Backed by the immense resources of MFA Financial, a publicly traded mortgage REIT with 25 years of proven success
• Veteran Founded: Founded by 2 US Marine Corps veterans, we proudly approach every deal and decision with grit, determination, boldness, and integrity

Recognized by the Inc.5000 as one of America’s fastest growing companies, Lima One specializes in providing real estate investors with financing for their rental, fix-and-flip, and new construction projects. The company is distinguished as one of South Carolina’s Best Places to Work and Top Workplaces. Lima One is headquartered in downtown Greenville, South Carolina. Learn more about us at limaone.com.

Lima One Capital does not sponsor H1B Visas. To be considered for employment, a candidate must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer and not require sponsorship, now or in the future.

Notice to Third Party Recruiters and AgenciesLima One Capital does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a fully executed agreement for a specified position, Lima One Capital has no obligation to pay any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without an agreement, Lima One Capital explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, referrals, or candidate submissions, including those communicated to a member of the Human Resources team or a hiring manager, shall be deemed the property of Lima One Capital. If you or your agency would like to be considered as a future recruiting partner, please email employment@limaone.com (Subject: Agency Partner Request).