CFO

For consideration, please reach out to Carma Rorke as soon as possible, ensure to include your most current resume when you apply. Connect with me on Linked In at Carma Rorke.

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We are looking for an accomplished Chief Financial Officer to guide the financial strategy and operational performance of a large multi-office law firm in Burlington, Vermont. This executive will partner closely with firm leadership to strengthen financial planning, support informed decision-making, and oversee core accounting, billing, and technology functions. The ideal candidate brings strong business judgment, deep knowledge of finance and compliance, and the leadership presence to influence stakeholders across the organization.

Responsibilities:
• Shape the firm’s financial direction by developing near-term and long-range plans that support growth, stability, and operational priorities across multiple office locations.
• Lead the budgeting and forecasting process, aligning financial resources with strategic initiatives, major capital considerations, and emerging technology investments.
• Design and maintain a strong internal control environment to protect firm assets, improve accountability, and support accurate financial reporting.
• Ensure adherence to applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including rules governing legal and trust accounting.
• Provide leadership to accounting, finance, billing, collections, and information technology staff, creating an efficient and service-oriented administrative function.
• Advise managing partners and other senior leaders with financial insights, scenario analysis, and recommendations that support strategic and operational decisions.
• Partner with compensation and people leaders on compensation planning, workforce-related financial analysis, and broader budgeting priorities.
• Oversee billing operations, accounts receivable performance, work in process, and realization metrics to improve cash collection and revenue cycle effectiveness.
• Manage liquidity, banking partnerships, and lending arrangements to maintain financial flexibility and support the firm’s ongoing needs.