Assistant Controller - Lowndes Law Firm (Orlando, FL)

Aderant Expert Users Community, Inc.; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Lowndes Law Firm in Orlando, FL, seeks an experienced Assistant Controller to join the Finance and Accounting Department. You will lead daily accounting operations, strengthen internal controls, and support timely financial reporting.

Reporting to the CFO, you will oversee monthly close, manage accounting personnel, and drive process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy across the firm’s financial functions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee firm's accounting operations and internal controls.
• Manage financial reporting and monthly close processes.
• Provide leadership to accounting personnel and develop staff.
• Collaborate with CFO to improve accounting operations.

Job description

Assistant Controller - Lowndes Law Firm (Orlando, FL)

Lowndes, a full-service law firm based on Orlando, Florida, is seeking an experienced accounting professional to join our Finance and Accounting Department as an Assistant Controller.

Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), this position will provide leadership and oversight of the firm's accounting operations, financial reporting, monthly close processes, internal controls, and accounting personnel. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with the CFO and play a significant role in the continued development of the firm's accounting operations. Additionally, the position offers meaningful responsibility, professional development, and the opportunity to contribute to the firm's continued operational improvement.

The successful candidate will have strong technical accounting skills, proven leadership abilities, and a commitment to operational excellence and continuous improvement. We are seeking a collaborative, proactive accounting professional who demonstrates sound judgment, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to accuracy and accountability. The ideal candidate will be comfortable managing daily accounting operations while also identifying opportunities to improve processes, develop employees, and strengthen financial reporting.

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