Controller, Accounting, Financial Reporting

Job Opportunity

A highly respected, Center City law firm is seeking a Controller/CPA to drive their financial operations. This role offers direct exposure to executive leadership and ownership over the complete financial cycle within a high-caliber environment. This position will report to the CFO and have exposure to all accounting.

Responsibilities:

• Financial Close Leadership:
  Manage the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes, general ledger accuracy, and complex account reconciliations.
• Corporate Reporting:
  Prepare comprehensive monthly financial statements, management reports, and variance analyses for leadership.
• Treasury & Operations:
  Oversee daily cash management, operational accounting workflows, and specialized professional distributions (e.g., partner equity/compensation).
• Compliance & Trust Accounts:
  Oversee client trust accounts (IOLTA) in strict compliance with legal frameworks, and lead internal control optimization.
• Tax & Audit Liaison:
  Coordinate all documentation and schedules for external CPA firms handling annual reviews and tax filings.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• Active CPA or CPA candidate is HIGHLY preferred.
• Public accounting or professional services firm background is highly desirable.
• Advanced Excel capabilities and experience optimizing accounting software systems.
• Absolute discretion, strong executive presence, and the confidence to interact directly with partners and C-suite leadership.

Benefits:

• Company-sponsored Medical insurance coverage
• Dental insurance
• Comprehensive vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan includes matching company contributions.
• Paid Time Off
• Hybrid schedule and much more!