Assistant Controller | Hybrid Law Firm Finance Leader

ALA Gateway; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance & ADD policies

Short & Long Term Disability Insurance

401(k) Profit Sharing plans

Parking/Transportation Stipend

Section 125 Plan (Pre-tax premiums and

Job summary

Thompson Coburn, a large law firm, seeks an Assistant Controller to lead daily accounting operations from its St. Louis office. Reporting to the Senior Director, Finance, this role concentrates on accurate financial reporting, internal controls, and strategic analysis.

After training, a hybrid-remote schedule is available. Responsibilities include close processes, budgets, audits, and staff supervision. Ideal candidates bring extensive accounting and leadership experience in professional

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• CPA license strongly preferred.
• Eight+ years of progressively responsible accounting experience.
• Five+ years of supervisory or management experience.
• Experience with month-end and year-end close processes.
• Experience in a law firm, professional services setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations including AP, payroll, financial reporting, GL.
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes with accuracy.
• Prepare and review financial statements and management reports.
• Develop budgets, forecasts, and long-range financial plans.
• Coordinate audits and respond to external auditors.
• Maintain internal controls and advise on process improvements.

Skills

Accounting leadership

Budgeting & forecasting

Financial reporting

Internal controls

Financial analysis

Supervisory experience

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Tax regulations

Auditing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA License

Tools

ERP systems

Payroll applications

Relational databases

Financial reporting tools

Job description

Thompson Coburn, a large law firm, seeks an Assistant Controller to lead daily accounting operations from its St. Louis office. Reporting to the Senior Director, Finance, this role concentrates on accurate financial reporting, internal controls, and strategic analysis.

After training, a hybrid-remote schedule is available. Responsibilities include close processes, budgets, audits, and staff supervision. Ideal candidates bring extensive accounting and leadership experience in professional