Chief Operating & Financial Officer

Carney Badley Spellman is a leading law firm in Seattle Washington, listed in the Top 100 Best Places to Work in Washington state. We continuously search for highly skilled attorneys, paralegals, legal assistants, and administrative staff to provide the highest level of service to our clients, are effective contributors and mentors to others within our firm and to our local communities.

We value and foster an environment that encompasses a culture of diversity, collegiality, respect, and professional growth. Our employees come from diverse backgrounds and educations. We understand our employees are our greatest assets and essential to achieving the goals of our firm.

Benefits

Medical:
We pay 100% of the premium for our employees and 50% for dependents. Our employees have two health plans to choose from, each associated with a Health Care Savings Account. Preventative care is paid at 100%.

Paid Family Leave:
Paid Family Leave is a benefit that allows our employees to receive compensation when taking care of themselves or a family member for a serious illness, welcomed newborn, adoption, and much more.

Dental:
We pay 100% of the premium for our employees and 50% for dependents. Preventative care is paid at 100% and does not apply toward maximum benefits.

Life/Disability:
We pay 100% of the premium for our employees. The package also includes Travel Assistance Resources and an Employee Assistance Program.

Continuing

Education:

Carney is dedicated to providing a learning environment for its employees. We offer continual in-house, online and outside trainings (technical and professional education) so each may advance their growth and career.

Employee Assistance Program:
We offer a confidential program with resources to assist employees addressing a wide range of work and personal matters important to them. Finding solutions promote the health, safety and well-being of our employees.

Retirement:
Carney understands financial security in retirement years is important and it takes planning and commitment to build your nest egg. Our retirement savings plan is an essential part. Carney offers a profit sharing plan contributing to your future. In addition, there is a 401k that allows you to contribute the maximum amount allowed. Together you can grow your future savings.

Transportation:
Carney offers a monthly subsidy to all employees to be used for their choice of transportation – metro system, ferry, train, taxi, Uber, auto parking, bike parking, etc.

Referral Programs:
Our employees are the face of Carney and often know through their networking who would be great quality additions to the Carney family. We offer a bonus program to encourage our employees to refer these candidates.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Chief Operating & Financial Officer (COO/CFO) with 15+ years of experience. The COO/CFO is the firm’s senior non-legal executive, responsible for overseeing financial management, operational execution, and strategic implementation. Reporting directly to the Managing Shareholder and Board of Directors, this role integrates financial stewardship with day-to-day firm operations to ensure profitability, efficiency, compliance, and long-term sustainability.

The COO/CFO serves as a trusted advisor to firm leadership, translating shareholder strategy into disciplined execution while bringing structure, transparency, and accountability to firm operations.

This role represents a planned leadership transition following the upcoming retirement of our current CFO, who has made significant contributions to the firm’s financial strength and operational discipline. We are seeking a seasoned leader to carry that work forward and partner with firm leadership as we continue to grow.

Financial Leadership (CFO Functions)

• Provide advice and counsel on interpretation of operating results and trends, and proactively identify, recommend, and initiate improvements or counter measures where required

• Develop a thorough understanding of the firm’s practice areas and clients

• Monitor and report on firm financial performance, utilizing appropriate metrics and thoughtful analysis

• Oversee cash flow management, capital planning, and…