• Controller

    Robert Half Finance & Accounting (Oradell, NJ)


    Description

    We are looking for an experienced Controller to join our team in Paramus, New Jersey. This role requires an experienced and detail-oriented individual with expertise in accounting operations, financial management, and systems leadership. You will play a key part in overseeing financial processes, ensuring compliance, and driving efficiency within our organization.

    Responsibilities:

    NetSuite Implementation & Systems Leadership

     

    + Act as the internal NetSuite owner, overseeing implementation completion, testing, and go-live stabilization.

    + Collaborate with external consultants to:

    + Finalize chart-of-accounts design and segmentation.

    + Configure workflows, approvals, and role-based controls.

    + Develop reporting tools, dashboards, and saved searches.

    + Enhance NetSuite functionality post-implementation, including:

    + Advanced financial reporting and KPI development.

    + Multi-entity and intercompany accounting.

    + Automation of reconciliations and close processes.

    + Ensure system configuration aligns with title insurance-specific accounting and reporting requirements.

     

    Accounting Operations & Close

     

    + Direct daily accounting activities with the assistant controller, including:

    + General ledger management.

    + Accounts payable oversight.

    + Payroll coordination.

    + Bank, escrow, and trust account reconciliations.

     

    Title Insurance & Trust Accounting

     

    + Manage accounting for:

    + Title premiums and underwriting income.

    + Escrow and trust accounts (daily and monthly reconciliations).

    + Agency vs. underwriter splits and remittances.

    + Maintain compliance with state-specific title insurance regulations and reporting standards.

    + Liaise with underwriters, auditors, and regulators as needed.

     

    Financial Reporting & Analysis

     

    + Prepare and review:

    + Monthly management reporting packages.

    + Budget-to-actual and variance analyses.

    + Cash flow forecasts and analysis.

    + Deliver actionable financial insights to support strategic decisions.

    + Assist with budgeting and long-term financial planning.

     

    Audit, Tax & External Coordination

     

    + Serve as primary contact for:

    + External auditors.

    + Tax advisors.

    + Regulatory examinations.

    + Support annual audits and statutory reporting.

    + Ensure timely delivery of audit schedules and documentation.

     

    Team Leadership & Process Improvement

     

    + Lead and mentor accounting staff.

    + Develop scalable accounting policies and procedures.

    + Drive continuous process improvement, leveraging NetSuite automation.

    Benefits:

    Medical/Dental/Vision

     

    401k

    PTO

    Requirements

    • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

    • 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including Controller or Assistant Controller roles

    • Strong NetSuite experience, including implementation and post-go-live optimization

    • Experience in the title insurance industry or closely related real estate/escrow environment

    • Deep knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, and financial reporting

    • Hands-on experience managing month-end close and reconciliations

    • Experience with multi-entity accounting and intercompany transactions

    • Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills

     

    Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

     

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    All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

     

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