Why you'll LOVE Sagent:
You could work anywhere. We know you are talented and looking for something inspiring and impactful. A place where you will make a difference and have a great time doing it!
By choosing Sagent, you can be part of our mission to make loans and homeownership simpler and safer for all consumers.
Sagent powers servicers and consumers. You power Sagent!
About the Opportunity: We are a leading mortgage servicing SaaS company, specializing in innovative financial technology solutions. We are seeking an accomplished and strategic Assistant Controller to contribute to our accounting department's success.
Your day-to-day at Sagent:
Leadership and Management:- Achieve organizational goals by effectively leading, coaching, and managing the accounting team.
- Conduct performance appraisals, pay reviews, and provide training and development opportunities for team members.
- Apply operational and strategic management skills to ensure the efficiency and effectiveness of accounting processes.
- Assess, establish, and maintain procedures and processes for all areas of accounting.
- Oversee and manage various accounting functions, including, but not limited to software capitalization, accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and taxes.
- Maintain, review, and track billing details within financial systems to ensure accuracy and compliance with U.S. GAAP and other accounting regulations.
- Document and oversee internal controls across the Accounting Organization.
- Interpret records and reports for managers and stakeholders, providing insights and recommendations.
- Gather and analyze financial information and help manage the monthly closing process.
- Prepare and present comprehensive financial reports to stakeholders, as necessary.
- Work on Ad-Hoc projects as assigned.
- Responsible for research on technical accounting matters as these arise.
We would love to hear from you if you have:
- Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, or relevant discipline with 4 - 6 years of experience in a related field, including at least 2 years in a leadership role within a SaaS or financial technology company. Experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
- CPA Required
- High proficiency with Microsoft Excel
- Public Accounting Experience (Big 4) preferred
- Experience with Microsoft D365 is a plus
- Proven ability to achieve goals through the work of others, with a focus on managing and developing high-performing teams.
- Strong operational and strategic management skills.
- Knowledge of U.S. GAAP and other accounting regulations.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Perks!
As a Sagent Associate, you will be eligible to participate in our benefit programs beginning on Day #1! We offer a comprehensive package including Remote/Hybrid workplace options, Health Benefits, Unlimited Flexible Time Off, Family Planning Services, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Family Leave, 401(k) Matching, Pet Insurance, In-person and Virtual Social Experiences, Career Pathing, Focus Time Fridays and much, much more!
Why Sagent?
Sagent is transforming the mortgage servicing industry by bringing the modern experience customers now expect from loan originations to loan servicing. Our platform lets customers manage their home-owing lives from anywhere while giving servicers lower costs, scale compliance and higher servicing values through full market cycles.
Sagent is a joint venture that combines Fiserv Inc.'s decades of market-leading fintech expertise with Warburg Pincus' skill in growing technology companies. We hire innovators and doers to disrupt the last and most complex frontier of lending and housing. We're growing fast and need you to help shape our future.
Sagent is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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