Controller

OpenArc, LLC.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

OpenArc is seeking a qualified Controller to lead the accounting and financial operations for its client’s professional services organization. The role covers accounting, financial reporting, payroll, billing, collections, cash management, and trust accounting, serving as a key financial resource to leadership.

The Controller will provide financial analysis, strategic insight, and operational guidance to support decision-making and profitability reporting to the Director of Administration.

Qualifications

• Progressive accounting and financial management experience, preferably within a law firm or professional services environment.
• Knowledge of law firm billing practices, trust accounting, payroll administration, and financial reporting.
• Experience managing month-end close, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and monthly financial close processes.
• Ensure the timely and accurate preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financials.
• Review and analyze account reconciliations, journal entries, and financial transactions.
• Maintain internal controls and accounting procedures to safeguard firm assets and ensure financial accuracy.
• Coordinate with external accountants and auditors as needed.
• Manage all bank accounts, credit card accounts, and cash management activities.
• Monitor cash flow, prepare cash forecasts, and provide recommendations regarding cash requirements and financial planning.
• Oversee banking relationships and related financial operations.
• Prepare and distribute monthly financial reports
• Perform monthly and quarterly financial analysis , including:
• Profitability analysis
• Budget-to-actual reporting
• Attorney productivity metrics
• Compensation reporting
• Key performance indicators (KPIs)
• Provide recommendations to improve profitability, efficiency, and financial performance.

Skills

Financial analysis

Leadership

Cash flow management

Excel

Payroll administration

Billing & trust accounting

Team management

Tools

QuickBooks

Practice management systems

Excel

Job description

OpenArc - Empowering Your Career. As a leading IT staffing firm, we are dedicated to connecting talented professionals with your ideal opportunities. We are currently seeking a qualified Controller to join our client’s organization and contribute to their ongoing success.

Job summary

The Controller is responsible for the overall management of the accounting, financial reporting, payroll, billing, collections, cash management, and trust accounting functions. This position is a key financial resource to leadership, providing financial analysis, strategic insight, and operational guidance to support informed decision-making and long-term profitability reporting to the Director of Administration

Responsibilities:

• Oversee all accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and monthly financial close processes.
• Ensure the timely and accurate preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financials.
• Review and analyze account reconciliations, journal entries, and financial transactions.
• Maintain internal controls and accounting procedures to safeguard firm assets and ensure financial accuracy.
• Coordinate with external accountants and auditors as needed.
• Manage all bank accounts, credit card accounts, and cash management activities.
• Monitor cash flow, prepare cash forecasts, and provide recommendations regarding cash requirements and financial planning.
• Oversee banking relationships and related financial operations.
• Prepare and distribute monthly financial reports
• Perform monthly and quarterly financial analysis , including:
• Profitability analysis
• Budget-to-actual reporting
• Attorney productivity metrics
• Compensation reporting
• Key performance indicators (KPIs)
• Provide recommendations to improve profitability, efficiency, and financial performance.

Requirements:

• Progressive accounting and financial management experience, preferably within a law firm or professional services environment.
• Strong knowledge of law firm billing practices, trust accounting, payroll administration, and financial reporting.
• Experience managing month-end close, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Experience with QuickBooks or comparable accounting software; experience with legal billing and practice management systems is highly preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership and staff management experience.
• Exceptional analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with attorneys, clients, vendors, and staff.
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and attention to detail.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to translate financial information into actionable business insights.
• Strong understanding of law firm economics, attorney productivity metrics, realization rates, and profitability analysis.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.
• Commitment to continuous process improvement and operational excellence.

At OpenArc, we prioritize your career success and strive to build exceptional technical teams for our clients. By understanding your experience and aspirations, we ensure to present you with rewarding and fulfilling opportunities.

As an employee of OpenArc and our clients, you will be eligible to participate in a comprehensive benefits package.

OpenArc is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.