Controller at Robert Half

DescriptionOur client is seeking a Senior Accounting Manager with a clear path to a Director/Controller-level role. This is a fully remote opportunity for a highly technical accounting leader with deep experience in auto warranty, vehicle service contracts (VSC), Third Party Administrator (TPA), or insurance environments, including carrier or underwriting operations. This role will report directly to the VP of Finance & Accounting and own the accounting function for a fast-scaling business unit, helping build a strong financial and regulatory foundation to support growth.The ideal candidate will bring hands-on expertise in complex industry-specific accounting, a professional demeanor, and a growth-oriented mindset. Strong candidates will have experience with reserve accounting, claims accounting, premium or policy-related accounting structures, trust accounts, restricted cash, and multi-entity accounting flows tied to warranty, insurance, TPA, MGA, or reinsurance structures.Key Responsibilities:Lead the full month-end close process, including journal entries, reconciliations, general ledger review, and financial accuracy.Oversee accounting for premium collections, administrator fees, claims activity, and intercompany or multi-entity transactions.Manage and reconcile trust accounts, restricted cash, and funds held for others across a complex structure.Maintain accounting for reserves and liabilities tied to contracts, policies, or service agreements, including roll-forwards and related analysis.Oversee claims accounting, including payments against reserves and liabilities rather than standard operating expense treatment.Ensure proper revenue recognition, GAAP compliance, and adherence to applicable regulatory requirements.Support state-specific reporting related to warranty administration and related business activities.Design and improve scalable accounting processes, documentation, and workflows for warranty administration and service contract accounting.Identify opportunities for automation and process improvement, including enhancements within NetSuite to reduce manual effort and improve close efficiency.Partner with leadership across operations, sales, underwriting, and finance to improve reporting, analytics, and business insight.A consistent, accurate, and well-controlled month-end close process that improves as the business scales.Audit-ready trust and warranty accounting, supported by strong reconciliations, documentation, and controls.Clear, reliable financial information that supports risk management, operational decisions, and future growth.Please send your resume to Molly Waldman. You can message me on LinkedIn (Molly Helfer Waldman) to send me your resume directly. My email is also located on LinkedInRequirementsQualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.7+ years of progressive accounting experience, with strong leadership capability.Must have experience in auto warranty, vehicle service contracts, Third Party Administrator (TPA), or insurance industries, including carrier or underwriting-side environments.Strong experience with one or more of the following required:Reserve accountingClaims accounting tied to reserves/liabilitiesPremium, warranty, service contract, or policy accountingTrust accounts, restricted cash, or funds held for othersMulti-entity accounting structures within insurance, warranty, TPA, MGA, or reinsurance environmentsStrong knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, account reconciliations, and audit support.Experience improving accounting processes in a scaling or high-growth environment preferred.NetSuite experience strongly preferred.Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.Professional demeanor with the ability to partner effectively with executive leadership and cross-functional teams.Growth oriented and interested in building toward a future Director/Controller opportunity.Please send your resume to Molly Waldman. You can message me on LinkedIn (Molly Helfer Waldman) to send me your resume directly. My email is also located on LinkedInJob typePerm