Controller

Miles & Stockbridge P.C.; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 190,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical benefits

401K

Firm sponsored Memberships (i.e. Peloton, Norton LifeLock)

Job summary

A prominent law firm in Baltimore is seeking a Controller to oversee Accounting Operations. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in Accounting, CPA preferred, along with strong expertise in financial reporting and accounting principles. This role offers a competitive compensation package, including benefits such as PTO and 401K.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, and General Ledger processes.
• Experience managing large teams.
• Adaptable to fast-paced, changing work environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage Accounting Managers who supervise Billing, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, and Collections.
• Maintain relationships with Attorneys to ensure timely billing.
• Manage the monthly close process.

Skills

Accounting principles

Financial reporting

Time management

Team management

Effective communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

CPA preferred

Tools

MS Office (Excel, Word)

Accounting systems

Business intelligence tools

Job description

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Miles & Stockbridge has positioned itself as an AmLaw 200 firm that is global in scope and in reach. Miles & Stockbridge maintains a reputation for a dynamic and approachable work environment that allows talented lawyers and staff from diverse backgrounds to thrive and grow.

Miles & Stockbridge is seeking a Controller in our Baltimore, MD office. As part of our Finance Department, the Controller will be responsible for overseeing Accounting Operations. This position is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Accountant who enjoys contributing to strategic financial initiatives, leading process improvements, and mentoring teams.

Responsibilities:

• Manage Accounting Managers who supervise the following teams: Billing; Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll; Collections.
• Maintain relationships with Attorneys to ensure timely billing.
• Manage the outsourced collections team to ensure Attorneys and clients are actively participating in collection efforts.
• Review bi-monthly payment runs and sign checks.
• Manage the accounting control environment.
• Review payroll as needed.
• Handle personnel related issues.
• Manage the monthly close process.
• Review monthly reconciliations.
• Review monthly journal entries.
• Develop and track expectations for all roles.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; CPA preferred.
• Proficient in Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, and General Ledger processes.
• Strong expertise in accounting principles, financial reporting, and applicable regulations.
• Advanced knowledge of accounting systems and business intelligence tools.
• Skilled in MS Office (Excel, Word) and LMS software.
• Experience managing large teams.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Adaptable to fast-paced, changing work environments.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Collaborative and team-oriented mindset.

Miles & Stockbridge offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including PTO, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K, Firm sponsored Memberships (i.e. Peloton, Norton LifeLock), and more.

The pay range for this position is $190,000 - $240,000.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to remain in a stationary position or sit for prolonged periods and repeat motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.

Disclaimer and Acknowledgement:

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position.

Miles & Stockbridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to cultivating an inclusive environment that embraces and promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion as core values of our firm.