Global Law Firm Controller & Accounting Lead

JustinBradley; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 170,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

JustinBradley presents a Controller opportunity with a premier global law firm seeking an accomplished accounting leader. The role oversees the Firm’s accounting function, drives close processes, financial reporting, and controls across a large, multi-location organization.

The ideal candidate has a CPA, 10+ years of senior accounting experience within a large professional services firm, and a track record of leveraging automation to improve accuracy and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance or related field.
• Active CPA license required; equivalent experience considered for senior roles in a large firm.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full accounting function including general ledger, monthly close, balance sheet reconciliations, bank reconciliations, internal controls, fixed assets, payroll accounting, external audits, and accounting operations.
• Oversee preparation of monthly and year-end financial statements.
• Manage banking activities including cash forecasting and relationships with bank representatives.
• Coordinate accounting activities across international offices to align with global processes.
• Develop and mentor the Accounting team; drive continuous improvement and automation.
• Provide ERP configuration and workflow leadership, plus client trust accounting oversight.
• Lead compliance protocols to safeguard against errors, fraud, and irregularities.
• Serve as Accounting lead on system implementations and firmwide projects.

Skills

Financial accounting

Leadership

Strategic planning

Communication

Automation and tech

Cross-functional collaboration

ERP systems

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business/Accounting/Finance

CPA license

Tools

3E

Microsoft Excel

Job description

JustinBradley presents a Controller opportunity with a premier global law firm seeking an accomplished accounting leader. The role oversees the Firm’s accounting function, drives close processes, financial reporting, and controls across a large, multi-location organization.

The ideal candidate has a CPA, 10+ years of senior accounting experience within a large professional services firm, and a track record of leveraging automation to improve accuracy and efficiency.