Head of Finance

Sterlington, PLLC; Remote; CAD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An international law firm is looking for a Head of Finance to lead their finance function during a phase of rapid growth. This role includes overseeing accounting for multiple entities, implementing scalable systems, and providing financial insights for strategic planning. The ideal candidate has over 8 years of experience in finance within a professional services environment and can effectively manage budgeting and capital planning activities. This position offers the autonomy to influence financial strategies in a growing organization.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in a multi-entity or professional services environment.
• Success in implementing finance or ERP tools.
• Background in audits and external financial communications.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting and reporting for multiple entities.
• Implement scalable finance systems aligned with technology trends.
• Deliver financial insights to guide strategic planning.

Skills

Experience in cash and accrual accounting

Expertise in GAAP reporting

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

8+ years in finance, accounting or controllership

Tools

ERP tools

Job description

Overview

Location: Remote

Reports to: Head of Firm Management

Team: Global distributed operations team

Our Firm: Sterlington is an international law firm that combines legal and commercial excellence with modern ways of practicing. Our high-caliber partners work on complex business matters with a tailored approach to client service and a focus on financial flexibility and innovation.

We are the ultimate law firm for private clients, private capital, senior executives, leaders, high-net-worth individuals, and family offices, as well as related businesses, in both corporate and litigation matters. We take a commercial and holistic approach to the legal and business needs of our clients.

We are seeking a hands-on, strategic Head of Finance to lead the evolution of our finance function during an exciting phase of rapid growth. This is not a maintenance role; it’s a unique opportunity to build and elevate. You’ll have the autonomy and executive support to design scalable systems, embrace emerging technologies, and position finance as a true strategic partner driving insight and decision-making. You’ll work closely with leadership to advance multi-entity reporting, strengthen system connectivity, and create a finance infrastructure that supports continued expansion and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Excellence & Financial Control

• Oversee day-to-day accounting and reporting for multiple entities (operating, service, and holding companies).
• Ensure accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial statements across entities and regions.
• Manage tax filings, compliance, and audit readiness in coordination with external partners.
• Oversee and continuously improve client invoicing and collections processes, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and consistent cash flow management across entities.

Systems & Process Transformation

• Assess current tools and workflows; implement scalable systems and automation aligned with future technology trends.
• Optimize payroll, billing, expense management, and vendor payment processes for efficiency and growth.
• Collaborate with operations and IT to enhance connectivity and optimize financial data flows within practice management platforms.

Strategic Partnership

• Deliver forward-looking financial analysis and insights to guide strategic planning.
• Support leadership with budgeting, forecasting, and performance dashboards.
• Manage banking relationships and capital planning activities.

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead and mentor a distributed finance team, fostering accountability and precision.
• Establish scalable processes and documentation to support continued firm growth.

Qualifications & Experience

• 8+ years of progressive finance, accounting, or controllership experience; ideally in a multi-entity or professional services environment.
• Extensive experience in the United States.
• Expertise in cash and accrual accounting, GAAP reporting, and multi-entity consolidation.
• Proven success implementing new finance or ERP tools and leveraging technology to drive efficiency and innovation.
• Strong background in audits, compliance, and external financial communications.
• Strategic mindset with readiness to stay hands-on during growth phases.
• Exceptional communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

You’ll Thrive Here If You…

• Excel at turning complexity into clarity and structure.
• Enjoy being both operationally sharp and strategically impactful.
• Are comfortable working autonomously in a fast-paced, high-expectation environment.
• Want to influence how finance shapes the next chapter of a growing, elite firm.

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