Controller (Law Firm)

Jobot; Bethesda (MD); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401K

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Strong accounting team

Leadership team

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Controller to lead the firm's financial operations in a hybrid work environment. The role directs corporate accounting, reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and firm administration under Partners and Leadership guidance.

The candidate will provide KPI-driven insights, manage regulatory filings, and drive internal controls with a proactive approach to improve budgeting practices across departments. CPA or MBA is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or MBA preferred.
• At least 5 years in a similar role, preferably in law or professional services.
• Strong knowledge of corporate accounting and financial systems.
• Experience with data analysis and forecasting methods.
• Proficient in MS Office and SAP.
• Leadership and solid communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting operations including Billing, A/R, A/P, GL, cost accounting, and revenue recognition.
• Coordinate budget preparation, forecasts, and variance reporting.
• Publish timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Prepare regulatory reporting.
• Develop and document accounting policies and internal controls.
• Manage tax filings and government reporting.
• Develop and monitor business performance metrics and budgets.
• Provide KPI and financial reports to Partners and Leadership.
• Oversee firm administration and daily operations.
• Collaborate with auditors to ensure compliance.
• Improve budgeting process through education of managers.

Skills

Data analysis

Forecasting

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA or MBA preferred

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

Controller/CFO (Law Firm) - can be hybrid / Orion, Aderant / small accounting team / ~$20 million in revenue

Salary: $150,000 - $200,000 per year

A bit about us:

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Controller to join our renowned law firm. This is an extraordinary opportunity for a seasoned finance professional with a strong background in accounting, keen to make a significant impact on our firm's financial operations. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the firm's financial management, including corporate accounting, regulatory and financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and firm administration. This position will report directly to the firm's Partners and will play a crucial role in providing financial insights and operational metrics (KPIs) to help drive key business decisions.

Why join us?

• Medical, dental, vision
• 401K
• Life, short term, long term
• Strong PTO
• Paid holidays
• Strong accounting team in place
• Great Partner group and COO

Job Details

Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting operations, including Billing, A/R, A/P, GL, Cost Accounting, and Revenue Recognition.
• Coordinate and direct the preparation of the budget, financial forecasts, and report variances.
• Prepare and publish timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Coordinate the preparation of regulatory reporting.
• Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls.
• Manage and comply with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings.
• Develop and monitor business performance metrics; manage the production of annual budgets and forecasts.
• Liaise with the firm's Partners and Leadership team, providing them with regular KPI and financial reports.
• Oversee firm administration, ensuring smooth daily operations.
• Collaborate with auditing services to ensure proper compliance with all regulations.
• Drive continual improvement of the budgeting process through education of department managers on financial issues impacting department budgets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. CPA or MBA preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role, preferably within a law firm or professional services firm.
• Strong knowledge of corporate accounting and financial systems and processes.
• Excellent knowledge of data analysis and forecasting methods.
• Proficient in the use of MS Office and financial management software (e.g. SAP).
• Ability to strategize and solve problems.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• An analytical mind, comfortable with numbers.
• CPA is a plus.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.