Finance Director, Law Firm — Strategy & Growth

Ferraro Law; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive employee benefits

Leadership role in finance

Job summary

Ferraro Law is seeking a highly analytical Director of Finance to oversee the firm’s financial operations, enhance internal controls, and optimize cash flow in a fast-paced contingency-fee litigation environment. The role combines high-level financial strategy with hands-on accounting oversight and leadership of the finance team.

The ideal candidate will guide budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and strategic decision making for a nationally recognized plaintiff-side practice.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• 8–10 years progressive experience in accounting or financial management.
• 5+ years of leadership experience overseeing accounting or finance operations.
• Strong GAAP knowledge and financial reporting expertise.
• Experience managing cash flow and budgeting in a contingency-fee environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement financial strategies to support growth and operations.
• Advise senior leadership with comprehensive financial analysis and recommendations.
• Direct accounting operations including ledgers, AP/AR, and financial reporting.
• Manage month-end and year-end close processes with accurate reporting.
• Ensure GAAP compliance and tax requirements, internal controls, and risk management.
• Oversee settlements, client trust accounts, and contingency fee accounting.
• Lead financial systems, automation, and process improvements.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Leadership experience

Financial analysis

Excel proficiency

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA preferred

MBA (optional)

Tools

QuickBooks

Litify

Job description

Ferraro Law is seeking a highly analytical Director of Finance to oversee the firm’s financial operations, enhance internal controls, and optimize cash flow in a fast-paced contingency-fee litigation environment. The role combines high-level financial strategy with hands-on accounting oversight and leadership of the finance team.

The ideal candidate will guide budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and strategic decision making for a nationally recognized plaintiff-side practice.