Corporate Controller

Director of Finance and Accounting - National Lenders National Lenders General Agency is a rapidly growing risk management solutions group servicing independent automotive dealerships and finance companies for their insurance needs, specializing in force-placed Collateral Protection Insurance “CPI”. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas. National Lenders is part of MEI Group USA, with Headquarters located in Arlington, TX. National Lenders and its related insurance companies have a strong presence in Texas and are rapidly expanding to other states. We are obsessively passionate about what we do. Our mission is to provide business owners with better and more cost-effective tools to manage business risk and properly insure their risks when financing the sale of each customer’s automotive purchase. The company continues to look for talented and dedicated team members to help achieve our goal of becoming the nationwide leader in our market niche. We are seeking a talented and progressive hands-on Corporate Controller to direct all company financial and accounting operations and build the finance capabilities necessary to support our exciting growth. Responsibilities: Direct all finance-related operations (Preparing financial statements, financial reporting, accounting, FP&A, treasury, tax, compliance, and audit) Provide indirect onsite leadership for all employees and functions located in the corporate office. Build out data-based FP&A capabilities to support company decisions related to pricing, deal structures, cash flow, profit, default risk, growth targets, etc. Continue to build out the required regulatory protocols, compliance programs, and an internal audit framework. Design, build, and produce standardized forecasts and other analyses required by the executive team. Follow a comprehensive schedule of all required regulatory and tax registrations, renewals, and filings. Recruit, train, and mentor new talent for the finance organization Continue to develop a positive performance-based culture in the finance organization (SOPs, metrics, scorecards, process improvements, technology improvements) Develop and nurture positive internal and external business relationships that build department and company capabilities and culture Identify and sponsor solutions that improve cash flow, control expenses, and increase profit Identify and address potential financial risks for the company Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required Finance and Accounting Experience: 8 Years Management Experience: 5 Years Insurance Industry Experience: 5 Years (Preferred) Strong critical thinking and analytical abilities Public Accounting Experience Benefits: We are proud to offer an exceptional range of perks to our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes Health, Life, Dental, and Vision Insurance, as well as a 401k plan. Additionally, we provide paid holidays and personal time off (PTO) to support work-life balance and personal well-being. Perks: At MEI, we prioritize the health and convenience of our employees. That's why we offer TeleDoc, a service that grants our staff 24/7 access to medical professionals. With TeleDoc, employees can obtain prescriptions, receive medical guidance, and consult with doctors over the phone, eliminating the need for physical doctor visits in many cases. Furthermore, we understand the importance of maintaining an active and healthy lifestyle. That's why we provide a fully equipped onsite gym for our employees. Our corporate gym encourages physical well-being and promotes a healthy work-life balance. About Us MEI Group is a privately owned group of companies based in the Dallas-Ft. Worth (DFW) region. With a dedicated workforce of over 300 talented individuals, we have been successfully operating since 1992, serving as a pillar of expertise and excellence in our industry. Throughout our extensive history, we have built a solid reputation for our unwavering commitment to quality and expertise. The MEI Group consists of a total of 10 dealerships that operate under the buy here pay here model. This means that customers have the advantage of purchasing their vehicles directly from us and obtaining financing in-house. With our integrated approach, we aim to simplify the car-buying experience and offer flexible financing solutions to meet the needs of our valued customers. MEI Finance is the provider of in-house financing for the MEI Group. With our specialized financing services, customers have the convenience of obtaining financing directly through MEI Finance when purchasing vehicles from any of our locations. By offering in-house financing, we aim to streamline the financing process and provide tailored solutions that meet the unique needs of our customers. Join the MEI team and enjoy the benefits of working with a reputable company that values its employees' health, well-being, and work-life balance!