Financial Controller for growing national injury law firm

Financial Controller

A fast-growing law firm seeks a Financial Controller to join their dynamic team. The Financial Controller will hold a pivotal leadership position within the Finance & Accounting Department, overseeing both Trust Accounting and Financial Accounting functions. Reporting directly to the CFO, this role ensures the accuracy, integrity, and regulatory compliance of all financial records, including the firm’s critical client trust accounts in accordance with State Bar trust accounting requirements.

This position will manage a growing accounting team, coordinate financial reporting, oversee cash flow reporting and forecasting, and implement effective internal controls while ensuring the highest ethical and professional standards are met in handling client funds and firm finances.

Responsibilities

Financial Accounting & Reporting (40%)

• Manage daily financial operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, general ledger, and monthly closing processes.
• Prepare timely (within 7 business days), accurate, and insightful financial statements and operational reports for internal management, external stakeholders, and regulatory bodies.
• Partner with the CFO to develop budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections to support firm growth and financial health.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, federal and state tax laws, and internal financial policies.
• Oversee financial audits, tax filings, and periodic regulatory reviews.
• Design, implement, and maintain effective internal controls and accounting procedures to safeguard firm assets and financial data integrity.
• Partner with 3rd party CPA firms by providing accurate data for timely tax filings.
• Manage biweekly payroll processing by partnering with HR.

Trust Accounting & Settlement Management (50%)

Financial Operations Leadership (10%)

Qualifications

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