Controller, Accounting, Accounting Manager

This senior management-level position requires the performance and management of a variety of high-level accounting duties, a strong attention to detail, and the delivery of high-quality services to all firm personnel. The Controller position requires thorough knowledge of all firm and practice-specific processes and procedures, and they will be responsible for preparing and submitting reports and recommendations to the management committee regularly.

Knowledge of information technology and accounting systems; client funds and IOLTA accounts; billing, e-billing and payment processes; required filings; and accounting staff management skills are required.

The Controller reports to the Executive Director and is a member of the firm’s Administrative Management Team. Responsible for all day‑to‑day Accounting Department functions and services, and other activities and initiatives as the position requires, partnering with and delegating to the Associate Accounting Manager as needed.

• Responsible for all firm accounting administration, including daily, weekly, and monthly functions and month‑end and year‑end closings and reporting.
• Supervision of Accounting Staff, including Associate Accounting Manager, Accounts Payable & Payroll Specialist, Billing & Accounts Receivable Manager, and Accounting Administrator.
• Manage reconciliations of all firm bank accounts.
• Manage reconciliations of IOLTA and Client Fund accounts and maintain strict compliance with state bar regulations regarding these accounts.
• Oversee firm billing and collection processes, and manage WIP and A/R.
• Manage General Ledger, month‑end reporting, and monthly reconciliations of all accounting ledgers.
• Contribute to and assist HR with payroll processing, including implementation of staff and attorney compensation and bonus programs.
• Work closely with outside accounting firm in preparation of year‑end Financial Statements, Federal and State Tax Returns, Partner Schedule K‑1’s, and other required tax filings.
• Manage preparation of the firm’s annual financial budget; track and investigate monthly variances against budget.
• Assist HR with management of the firm’s retirement and 401(k) tax‑deferred savings plans.
• Document department procedures and suggest and implement improvements where needed.
• Supervise, train and manage personnel on accounting systems and procedures.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• Minimum 15+ years of general accounting experience in a law firm environment.
• Knowledge of SurePoint/LMS preferred; advanced Excel skills required.
• Communication
  
  Skills:
  
  Ability to comprehend, draft and disseminate policies and instructions, complex documents, and correspondence; and ability to write and communicate concisely and effectively.
• Managerial and Interpersonal
  
  Skills:
  
  Demonstrates effective team leadership skills, and the ability to prioritize and anticipate work requirements. Must be able to work well under periods of pressure and deadlines.
• Process Implementation and Improvement:
  Must be process oriented with an ability to utilize technology to add efficiency to processes.