Financial Controller

Legal Monkeys; College Station (TX); Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Legal Monkeys is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to influence the company's financial strategy and reporting for its growing operations. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge in accounting and finance, manage key financial activities, and provide leadership to the accounting team. This role offers a significant opportunity to shape financial health, while enjoying a culture focused on teamwork and inspiration. Competitive compensation and a range of benefits await the right candidate.

Benefits

401(k) plan with company match

Paid holidays and vacation

Medical, dental, and vision insurance available

Career growth opportunities

Social team building events

Qualifications

• 8-10 years experience in Finance or Accounting required.
• Minimum of 5 years' Financial Controller experience.
• Thorough understanding of accounting principles.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting and financial operations including budgeting.
• Deliver financial reports and insights to leadership.
• Direct accounting functions, banking, tax compliance along with regulatory reporting.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical Skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA highly preferred

Tools

MS Excel

QuickBooks

Job description

We are seeking an experienced FinancialController, eager to make an impact and serve ina critical role with a growing company. Here at Legal Monkeys, we are passionate about helping people by supercharging law firms through leading technology and meaningful service. We have astrong focus on the growth of our People, our Clients, and our Company.

OurFinancialControllerwill be responsible for managing and overseeing theCompany’s financial activities, including financial reporting, accounting operations, budgeting, and compliance.As a key member of the leadership team, the FinancialControllerplays a pivotal role in shaping the financial health and long-term strategy of the Company.

The Breakdown

• Oversee all accounting and financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting,financial analysis, and cash flow management.
• Own the preparation, accuracy, and timeliness of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Deliver financial reports and insights to executive leadership and stakeholders to support strategic decision-making.
• Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting process, working cross-functionally with department heads to ensure alignment with strategic objectives.
• Analyze financial performance, identify variances, and provide recommendations for operational improvements and cost efficiencies.
• Develop scenario models, cost analysis reports, and track performance metrics to inform leadership decisions.
• Direct accounting functions, banking, tax compliance, and regulatory reporting.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to the Accounting team.
• Direct the optimization of financial systems and tools to support business growth, scalability and data accuracy.
• Establish and maintain internal controls, policies, and procedures to safeguard assets.
• Manage and comply with local, state, and federal government reporting.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills and Qualifications

• Education:Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Financerequired.CPA highly preferred.
• Experience:8-10years of progressively responsible experience in Finance or Accounting required, with a minimum of 5 years'Financial Controller experience. Thorough understanding of accounting principles, financial close processes, and general ledger oversight.
• Leadership:Excellent communication and leadership skills. EOS experience a plus.
• Technology Proficiency:Strong software skills. Advanced in MS Excel required. Proficiency in QuickBooks online preferred.
• Analytical & Organizational Skills:Detail-oriented, with excellent organizational and project management skills.Technical ability in strategic and financial planning.
• Align with our Core Values:Plays as a team. Thinks critically through unexpected problems. Goes above and beyond serving the needs of our people and the business. Maintains a strong culture of winning and service through hard work and excellence.

Salary dependent upon related experience and education. This position will be located at our Waco or College Station, TX office. We are also open to remote candidates in Texas only.

Our Core Values

• Play as a Team.By building each other up, we all get better, and - together - we get stronger.
• Find a Better Way.We don't know how to settle. We are always asking ourselves how to get better in everything we do.
• Inspire and Be Inspired.Each day, we find ourselves drawing inspiration from our teammates while giving inspiration to others.
• Need to Achieve.Never apologize for having high standards for yourself. We wouldn't want anything less.

Let's talk about benefits!

• Paid Company holidays and vacation
• Career growth opportunity
• 401(k) plan; 4% company contribution match
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and supplemental insurance available
• Social team building events

Thank you for considering us as a potential employer.