CFO​/Interim CFO; Law Firm

CFO/Interim CFO (Law Firm experience)

$125000 - $200000 per year | Freehold, NJ | On-site | Permanent

We are a nationally recognized law firm that delivers full-spectrum real estate legal services for private lenders across the country. Operating in all 50 states, our team brings extensive experience in areas such as rapid 24-hour closings, foreclosure and loss mitigation, nationwide title review, legal research and analysis, as well as complex transactions including master loan purchase agreements, private placements, and co-lender/participation agreements.

• Medical Benefits
• 401k
• PTO
• Competitive pay

Job Details:

We are currently seeking a dynamic and strategic Permanent CFO/Interim CFO with a strong background in the legal industry. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing the financial operations of a law firm, including finance, ADP, payroll, reconciliation, and account migration. This position requires a professional who can establish financial policies, maintain the fiscal health of our firm, and drive financial strategy.

The CFO will play a critical role in the overall financial management of the firm and will be instrumental in driving financial and strategic decisions. This is a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned professional who is looking for a challenging role within a vibrant and progressive environment.

• Oversee all aspects of financial management including corporate accounting, regulatory and financial reporting, budget and forecasts preparation, as well as the development of internal control policies and procedures.
• Manage all aspects of payroll, ensuring accurate and timely processing, reporting, and reconciliation.
• Lead the migration of accounts and financial systems, ensuring a smooth transition with minimal disruption to the business.
• Provide strategic recommendations to the CEO/Board and members of the executive management team.
• Manage and monitor all banking activities and ensure effective cash flow management.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with senior executives to identify their needs and seek a full range of business solutions.
• Provide leadership in the development for the continuous evaluation of short and long-term strategic financial objectives.
• Evaluate and advise on the impact of long-range planning, and introduction of new programs/strategies.
• Drive the firm's financial planning and budgeting processes.
• Ensure credibility of finance group by providing timely and accurate analysis of budgets, financial trends, and forecasts.

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, MBA or related advanced degree is preferred.
• Professional accounting designation (CA, CMA, or CPA) is preferred.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in a senior financial managerial position, in a law firm setting
• Proven experience with finance, ADP, payroll, reconciliation, and account migration and attorney trust accounts
• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to communicate and manage well at all levels of the organization and with staff at remote locations essential.
• Strong problem-solving and creative skills and the ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions based on accurate and timely analyses.
• High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results-orientation.
• Excellent knowledge of data analysis and forecasting methods.
• Proficient in the use of MS Office and financial management software.
• Ability to strategize and solve…