Strategic Finance Controller - Law Firm Leadership

Lewis Wagner & Trimble; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

STD, LTD

401(k)

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Lewis Wagner & Trimble seeks a Controller to lead the Finance Team within the Accounting Department, reporting to the Chief Operating Officer. You’ll provide high-level financial and strategic support to the firm’s departments and practice groups, with a strong focus on ongoing analysis and ad hoc reporting.

The role emphasizes ongoing analysis, policy development, and collaboration with outside auditors and banking partners.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressively responsible financial leadership experience, preferably in a law firm.
• Developing or improving accounting policies and procedures.
• Working knowledge of law firm accounting systems and document management systems.
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, general ledger, and bank reconciliations
• Lead month-end and year-end balancing, reporting, and close
• Collaborate with Billing Team to align client and financial processes
• Maintain internal policies and controls that protect data integrity
• Deliver accurate, timely financial reports to the COO and leadership
• Perform analysis, reporting, and forecasting to support the strategic plan and budget
• Provide financial support to other business functions for decision-making, including ad hoc reporting
• Serve as main contact for external auditors, vendors, and banking partners
• Develop improvements to accounting policies and lead cost-management initiatives
• Take on projects as business needs evolve

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

CPA preferred

Job description

Lewis Wagner & Trimble seeks a Controller to lead the Finance Team within the Accounting Department, reporting to the Chief Operating Officer. You’ll provide high-level financial and strategic support to the firm’s departments and practice groups, with a strong focus on ongoing analysis and ad hoc reporting.

The role emphasizes ongoing analysis, policy development, and collaboration with outside auditors and banking partners.