Controller

Title: ControllerLocation: Remote (Nationwide - Eastern hours required)Salary: $140,000+ depending on experienceWhy This Opportunity Stands OutHigh-impact Controller role in a specialized automotive warranty / VSC / specialty insurance environmentImmediate opportunity to fill a business-critical technical accounting gapLead the transition from cash accounting to full GAAP complianceOwn reserves, claims, long-tail liabilities, restricted cash, and trust accountingWork directly with leadership to build scalable processes in a high-growth, fast-moving environmentIdeal for someone with deep TPA, automotive warranty, VSC, or specialty insurance experienceKey ResponsibilitiesOwn all accounting operations, including general ledger, financial reporting, month-end and quarter-end closeLead all accounting related to vehicle service contracts, warranties, specialty insurance products, and long-tail liabilitiesManage premium recognition, revenue amortization for multi-year contracts, IBNR, loss reserves, and trust/restricted cashPartner with actuaries to ensure accurate earnings curves and reserve methodologiesEnsure compliance with regulatory, contractual, and GAAP requirementsStrengthen internal controls and build scalable processes for a growth-stage environmentLead audits and coordinate with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory agenciesCollaborate with operations and claims teams to ensure accurate claims, reserves, and liability accountingMentor accounting staff and elevate team capabilitySupport FP&A, forecasting, and leadership reporting initiativesQualificationsMust-Haves:Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance; CPA strongly preferred7+ years progressive accounting experience with hands-on ownership of:Reserve accounting & long-tail liability managementClaims accountingPremium accounting and multi-year revenue recognitionIBNR methodologies and trust/restricted cashDirect experience in automotive warranty, VSC, vehicle protection products, specialty insurance, or TPA environmentsProven ability to operate in ambiguity and build processes from the ground upStrong GAAP knowledge and experience in regulated financial environmentsAdvanced Excel and familiarity with ERP/accounting systems#LI-TQ1 #LI-REMOTE #INMAR2026