Comptroller Job Virginia Beach area,Virginia USA,Finance & Banking

Job Description

Are you Parks Zeigler’s Next Comptroller?

Is your current position not fulfilling and you’re looking to make a difference in a superior work environment? This may be the fit if this sounds like you:

Would thrive using your knowledge and experience to oversee and implement financial strategies for our multi‑office, two‑state legal practice.
Excel in problem solving and getting things done in a fast‑paced environment while maintaining attention to detail for our multiple entities and bank accounts.
Be energized by sharing financial best practices and interacting with people.
Feel comfortable sharing new ideas and fixing old ideas that are not best practices.

We’re looking for someone that describes working together in growing and shaping our accounting department in a collaborative way. You need to be comfortable using modern technologies, current and evolving systems, automation, and AI to hone the effectiveness and efficiency of the position.

We take pride in our work and even more pride in our team. Everyone shares a commitment to our Core Values:

Quality is Job #1: I always strive for the best result through superior effort. I embrace the “Measure twice, cut once” principle.
I Own It
: I do whatever it takes to get the job done. I reject a “That’s not my job” mentality. I pitch in, help out, and solve problems.
Mistakes to Mastery
: I know mistakes happen. When they do, I acknowledge and learn from them.
Positive and Professional
: I cannot always control what happens. I can and will control how I respond. I always strive to have a positive mindset.
1% Rule
: I am always looking for ways for the firm to improve.
Excellent Client Experience
:
At the conclusion of the engagement, the client will return to us for future legal assistance and confidently refer their friends and family.

What it Looks Like Financial Oversight

Budget Preparation and Management:
Develop, monitor, and control organizational budgets.

Financial Reporting:
Prepare accurate and timely financial statements and reports for internal and external stakeholders.

Audit Coordination:
Coordinate internal and external audits and ensure compliance with auditing standards.

Policy Development:
Establish and enforce financial policies, procedures, and internal controls.

Accounting and Records Management

General Ledger Management:
Oversee accounting processes, including maintaining the general ledger and chart of accounts.

Accounts Payable and Receivable:
Supervise processes related to billing, collections, and vendor payments.

Payroll Oversight:
Manage payroll systems and ensure compliance with labor laws and tax regulations.

Tax Compliance:
Ensure the organization adheres to tax laws and filing requirements.

Strategic Financial Planning

Financial Analysis:
Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and risks.

Investment Oversight:
Manage organizational investments and assess opportunities for growth or savings.

Risk Management:

Identify financial risks and develop strategies to mitigate them.

Cost Control:
Develop and implement cost‑saving measures without compromising operational efficiency.

Leadership and Communication

Stakeholder Communication:
Present financial data and strategic recommendations to senior leadership and board members.

Interdepartmental

Collaboration:

Work with other departments to align financial goals with operational objectives.

Compliance and Governance

Regulatory Compliance:
Ensure adherence to laws, regulations, and industry standards.

Ethical Standards:
Promote ethical financial practices across the organization.

Special Projects and Initiatives

System Improvements:
Lead initiatives to enhance financial systems and technologies.

Mergers and Acquisitions:
Provide financial analysis and support for mergers, acquisitions, or divestitures.

Qualifications

5+ years of accounting experience.
Minimum bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance (Legal accounting a plus).
CPA Preferred but not required.
Good working knowledge of Quick Books and accounting software.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (including Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel).
Motivated Self‑Starter.

Benefits

Salary:
Base salary of $75,000 to $85,000, commensurate with knowledge and experience.
Fully paid dental, vision, and health insurance, including a firm‑paid HRA account with $3,000 annually.
Fully paid short‑term and long‑term disability insurance as well as fully paid term‑life insurance.
401K plan with 3% firm‑contributed safe harbor available upon your start date.
Paid time off at rate of 12 hours a month for the first through third year of employment, increasing thereafter.
Unlimited unpaid time off with approval of firm leadership.

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