Controller

The Lynch Law Group; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lynch Law Group in Cranberry Twp., PA seeks an experienced accounting professional to manage the firm's general accounting, payroll, and financial reporting from Cranberry Township. You will oversee monthly closes, billing, A/R, A/P, and cash flow analysis to support partners and attorneys.

Ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in accounting or finance (CPA preferred), 10+ years in billing, strong QuickBooks and Microsoft Office skills, and a proven ability to lead staff in a professional

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance; CPA preferred.
• 10+ years billing experience, preferably in a law firm.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with QuickBooks or equivalent software.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize, multitask and work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage monthly close, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and payroll.
• Oversee bank accounts and credit card accounts; analyze cash position.
• Oversee client billing, invoicing, A/R management, and collections.
• Communicate billing issues with clients and collect outstanding amounts.
• Maintain IOLTA Retainer funds records and approve disbursements.
• Provide monthly financial and payroll reports to partners and associates.
• Perform monthly/quarterly financial analysis, budgeting, and KPIs.
• Maintain timekeeping and billing systems and related processes.
• Oversee work of staff accountants.

Skills

Accounting

Billing

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

CPA preferred

Tools

QuickBooks

Microsoft Office

Job description

This position is responsible for managing general accounting and payroll operations and reports to the Director of Administration.

Location

Cranberry Twp., PA

Key Responsibilities

The duties of the position include, however, are not limited to the following:

Responsible for all aspects of the accounting department which includes the monthly closing process, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and all aspects of payroll,

Manage all bank accounts and credit card account, including analysis of cash position and projections of cash requirements,

Oversight of the client billing process, including firm time management, invoicing, accounts receivable management and collections,

Communicate with clients regarding billing issues and collection of outstanding amounts,

Maintain records of all client IOLTA Retainer funds and approve funding disbursements,

Review and analysis of general account reconciliations,

Filing of company business privilege taxes, use tax, and Forms 1099/1096s,

Provide monthly financial and payroll reports in a timely manner to partners and associates,

Perform monthly and quarterly financial analysis at both the attorney level and the firm level, including comparative financial statements, budgeting, profitability analysis, attorney dashboards and firm KPIs,

Maintenance and improvement of timekeeping and billing system and accounting system and related processes,

Ability to effectively interact and communicate with attorneys, administrative staff, tax accountants, and clients, and

Oversee work of staff accountants.

Requirements

Must have a Bachelor’s degree or higher in accounting or finance, CPA preferred

Must have 10+ years billing experience, preferably in a law firm or other professional services environment

Must be technologically skilled and proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Must have QuickBooks or equivalent accounting software experience

Must communicate with clients and co-workers effectively and efficiently

Must have proven track record of organization skills, possess excellent analytical skills and possess attention to detail

Must have the ability to prioritize, multitask and work in a team environment