Financial Controller - Personal Injury Law (On-Site)

Georges Cote LLP; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Georges Cote LLP, a premier Massachusetts personal injury firm, seeks a experienced Financial Controller to lead the financial operations of the Personal Injury Department at our Chelsea, MA office. This full-time, on-site role supports settlements, client disbursements, and internal reporting in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

You will oversee accounts payable/receivable, reconciliations, treasury tasks, and ensure trust accounting compliance, working closely with attorneys,

Qualifications

• 3+ years of accounting, finance, or controller experience.
• Experience handling AP/AR, reconciliations, and controls.
• Law firm experience is a plus.
• PI law firm experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review and validate settlement proceeds and receivables.
• Prepare settlement checks, lien, medical, and attorney fee disbursements.
• Reconcile settlement funds and ensure accurate transactions.
• Communicate with clients regarding payments and timelines.
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and accounting team.
• Maintain accurate financial records and assist with reconciliations.
• Ensure compliance with firm accounting procedures and trust requirements.

Skills

Accounting

Accounts Payable

Accounts Receivable

Reconciliations

Financial Controls

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

NetSuite

TD eTreasury

Job description

Georges Cote LLP, a premier Massachusetts personal injury firm, seeks a experienced Financial Controller to lead the financial operations of the Personal Injury Department at our Chelsea, MA office. This full-time, on-site role supports settlements, client disbursements, and internal reporting in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

You will oversee accounts payable/receivable, reconciliations, treasury tasks, and ensure trust accounting compliance, working closely with attorneys,