Controller, Accounting, Financial Compliance

Crowell & Moring LLP is an international law firm with offices in the United States, Europe, MENA, and Asia that represents clients in litigation and arbitration, regulatory and policy, intellectual property, and transactional and corporate matters. The firm is internationally recognized for representing Fortune 500 companies in high-stakes litigation and government-facing matters, as well as its ongoing commitment to pro bono service and diversity, equity, and inclusion.

At Crowell & Moring, exceptional client service begins with exceptional people. We are committed to delivering responsive, high-quality, and professional service to our clients and to one another, while continuously elevating standards of excellence across every aspect of our work.

The Controller provides leadership and oversight of the Firm’s accounting function and related accounting operations, including general ledger, financial close, financial reporting, account reconciliations, internal controls, and other core accounting activities. The Controller is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the Firm’s general ledger and financial information. As a member of the Finance leadership team, the Controller leads and develops the Accounting team, drives continuous improvement and effective use of technology, and collaborates across the Firm to support strategic initiatives and evolving business needs.

• Lead the full accounting function including general ledger management, monthly close, balance sheet reconciliations, bank reconciliations, internal controls, fixed assets, payroll accounting, external audits, and accounting operations.
• Oversee preparation of monthly and year-end financial statements.
• Manage the Firm’s banking activities, including bank account administration, monitoring bank activity, cash forecasting, and other treasury initiatives; maintain relationships with bank representatives.
• Oversee accounting activities performed by the Firm’s international offices, ensuring integration and alignment with global accounting processes and priorities.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the Accounting team, establishing clear expectations and fostering accountability, technical excellence, process discipline, and continuous improvement.
• Continuously assess and identify opportunities to optimize workflows, leveraging automation and technology to enhance team productivity, improve accuracy and reduce manual processes.
• Provide accounting leadership and subject matter expertise for ERP configurations and workflows
• Provide oversight of client trust accounting activities, ensuring compliance with applicable requirements, timely resolution of outstanding items, and effective communication with relevant stakeholders.
• Lead efforts to implement and monitor compliance protocols, both system-based and manual checkpoints, to safeguard the Firm against potential errors, fraud, and irregularities.
• Serve as the Accounting lead on cross-functional initiatives, including system implementations, process redesign efforts, and other Firmwide projects,

• Advanced knowledge of financial accounting principles, financial processes, and regulatory requirements.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to evaluate complex accounting and operational issues, identify root causes, and develop practical solutions.
• Ability to create long-term plans and execute strategic process improvements while also having exceptional tactical skills to drive day-to-day execution.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex accounting matters clearly and effectively influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Strong leadership…