Controller

TheGuarantors is a fintech company helping multifamily owners and operators mitigate leasing risk while expanding access for renters. With a deep understanding of owner, operator, and renter needs, we believe renters deserve better access to the home of their choice and operators deserve greater protection and growth opportunities. That’s why we’re leveraging ourreal estate expertiseand using AI-driven renter underwriting to help operators qualify renters faster while mitigating the financial risk of renter default. With$7B+in lease value protected, we work with 9 of the country’s top 10 operators, are the #1 lease guarantee provider nationwide, and have consistently been named one of Inc. 5000’s fastest-growing companies, Forbes’ Best Startup Employers, Deloitte’s Technology Fast 500.

The OpportunityWe’re looking for a technical, hands-onControllerto serve as the right hand to our CFO. Reporting directly to the CFO and working closely with the CEO, you’ll own our accounting function end to end, from close and reporting to audit, technical accounting, and investor reporting.This is not a role for maintaining the status quo. We expect our Controller to rebuild how finance works, using AI and modern tooling to redesign our close, reconciliation, and reporting processes so the team scales without adding headcount at the same rate as the business.This role is ideal for a licensed CPA with deep technical accounting skills, insurance industry experience, and the judgment to act as a true partner to the CFO. You thrive in high-accountability environments, take pride in accurate and well-documented work, and are energized by building rather than inheriting.LocationThis is a hybrid role based in our NYC office, with an expectation of 3–4 days per week in office.What You’ll DoServe as the CFO’s primary partner on accounting, reporting, and finance operations, stepping in to lead on priorities as neededOwn the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close, including review of journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysisLead technical accounting for complex and non-routine transactionsRedesign core finance processes using AI and automation, evaluating, implementing, and scaling tools that shorten the close, reduce manual work, and strengthen controlsOversee premium accounting, including monthly premium remittances and reconciliations with insurance carrier partners and fiduciary/trust account managementDesign and maintain a scalable internal control environment appropriate for a growing, investor-backed companyLead the annual audit and serve as the primary point of contact for external auditorsPrepare financial statements, board materials, and investor and lender reporting, including covenant complianceOversee regulatory filings and tax compliance in partnership with outside advisorsCollaborate with FP&A, Legal, Operations, and Product to ensure accurate reporting and turn financial data into actionable insightBuild, mentor, and develop the accounting team, including the Assistant ControllerWhat You BringActive CPA license requiredBachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; Master’s a plus8+ years of relevant experience, including time at a public accounting firm (Big 4 or national firm preferred)Insurance industry experience (carrier, MGA, or brokerage), including familiarity with premium accounting and carrier reconciliationsDeep technical command of U.S. GAAP and the ability to research, document, and defend accounting positionsDemonstrated proficiency using AI tools in finance work, with examples of processes you’ve rebuilt or automated and the resultsPrivate equity–backed company experience strongly preferred, including investor reporting, lender covenants, and transaction supportExperience with NetSuite strongly preferred; comfort evaluating and implementing new finance systemsTrack record of building or scaling internal controls and audit readinessExcellent communication skills and the presence to partner with the CFO, CEO, board, and auditorsSelf-starter with a builder’s mindset who thrives in a fast-paced environmentBenefitsOpportunities to make an impact within a fast growing companyMedical, dental, & vision insurance, beginning day oneHealth savings account with employer contributionFlexible spending accounts (healthcare, dependent care, commuter)401(k)Generous PTO and paid holidaysIn-office lunch perkFlexible working hoursPaid parental leaveCompany sponsored short and long term disabilityBase SalaryThe base salary range is between $210,000 - $240,000 annually.Base salary does not include other forms of compensation or benefits. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors, including prior experience, expertise, location and current market data and may vary from the range above.TheGuarantors is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive environment for all.