Seeking a hands-on Controller to lead all financial operations for a prestigious litigation firm in the Northeast. This is a highly visible role where you will manage core accounting functions, including financial reporting, trust/IOLTA accounts, budgeting, and internal controls. You will provide strategic insights to leadership while mentoring a skilled accounting team.
The ideal candidate has 7+ years of progressive accounting experience (law firm preferred), proven supervisory skills, and advanced Excel proficiency. This is a unique opportunity with a clear succession path to a Director of Finance role.
Competitive salary of $160K - $190K plus comprehensive benefits and a hybrid work model after an introductory period. Apply today to shape the financial future of a top-tier firm!
salary: $160,000 - $190,000 per year
shift: First
work hours: 9 AM - 5 PM
education: Bachelors
Responsibilities
- Financial Oversight & Strategy: Direct all accounting operations (AP/AR, GL, trust/IOLTA). Steer the firm's financial strategy through meticulous budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management. Deliver actionable financial insights to leadership to guide business decisions.
- Risk Management & Compliance: Uphold the firm's financial integrity by developing and enforcing rigorous internal controls. Ensure absolute compliance with IOLTA, tax, and payroll regulations, and act as the principal contact for external auditors.
- Leadership & Process Improvement: Lead and develop the accounting department staff, promoting a culture of excellence. Provide financial guidance and training firm-wide. Spearhead financial system modernizations and process enhancements to boost efficiency and accuracy. Manage vendor payment cycles and relationships.
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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
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