Controller, Finance & Banking

Slater Slater Schulman LLP is a prominent full-service law firm with over 40 years of experience representing survivors of catastrophic and traumatic events. Our nationally renowned attorneys are committed to ensuring the best results for our clients through persistence and zealous representation. We have achieved successful resolutions in some of the most challenging cases in the industry, including 9/11 World Trade Center litigation, Child Victims Act, mass torts, pharmaceutical drug litigation, product liability litigation, environmental litigation, medical malpractice, and personal injury.

We are seeking an experienced Controller to oversee the financial operations of our contingency-based law firm. The ideal candidate will have prior law firm experience and a strong understanding of accounting processes unique to the legal industry, including trust/IOLTA accounting, contingency fee tracking, case-related cost accounting, and partner reporting. This role works closely with firm leadership and plays a key role in financial oversight, compliance, and strategic planning.

• Oversee all financial operations, including Operating, Trust/IOLTA, and other firm accounts
• Maintain and reconcile all bank accounts and lines of credit
• Manage accounting related to a contingency-fee practice, including tracking case costs, settlements, and disbursements
• Prepare and present monthly financial statements and reporting for firm leadership and partners
• Manage the general ledger, monthly closings, and journal entries
• Oversee accounts payable, including vendor and case-related expenses
• Conduct financial analysis to support business and operational decisions
• Collaborate with external accountants on tax filings, audits, and financial compliance
• Ensure compliance with law firm accounting standards and trust account regulations
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning
• Maintain and strengthen financial policies, procedures, and internal controls

• Prior law firm accounting or financial management experience required
• Experience working within a contingency-based practice strongly preferred
• Strong knowledge of legal accounting practices, including trust/IOLTA accounts
• Quick Books Online experience is required
• Ability to prepare and explain financial data to partners and senior leadership
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage complex financial workflows
• High level of discretion handling confidential financial information
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required