Controller Professional Services
Company: NW Recruiting Partners
Location: Seattle
Posted on: May 8, 2024
Job Description:
Controller - Professional Services
Seattle, WA (Hybrid)
Are you an experienced Controller with a background supporting
professional services? Do you enjoy leading people and serving as
an advisor to company leadership? Our client, a law firm
established -nearly 100 years ago, -delivers exceptional legal
services to a diverse clientele. Over the years, the firm has honed
its expertise, becoming renowned for its -insightful, responsive,
and innovative approach to law.
This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting leader looking
for a rewarding position with a team of dedicated, passionate
professionals. This role is multi-faceted in which you'll put on
your "Controller" hat to focus on directing the day-to-day
financial operations of the firm while providing mentorship to a
small team of accountants, you'll also wear a "CFO" hat to provide
strategic guidance and support to the managing -board members.
Controller Responsibilities:
- Direct the daily activities of the accounting department,
including supervision and mentorship to department
personnel.
- Assist with tax research and analysis as required. -
- Direct maintenance of fiscal records and review department
structure, policies, and protocols for enhancements.
- Assist accounting team members with tasks, as needed.
- Stay updated on industry trends, accounting standards, and
regulatory changes to improve financial processes and
compliance.
- Coordinate with external auditors, tax advisors, and legal
counsel for audits, reporting, and tax filings.
- Oversee Line of Credit renewal and bank term loans.
- Monitor revenue, expenditures, and cash flow to meet financial
obligations.
- Analyze firm and practice group financial performance,
identifying trends and opportunities for improvement.
- Prepare and monitor annual budget and financial reports
summarizing firm activity and position.
- Conduct financial modeling and forecasting for various
scenarios.
- Perform other assigned tasks and responsibilities.
Controller Qualifications:
- Bachelor's in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or
related field.
- Minimum of -5 years of related experience and/or training (with
at least 2 years in a Controller role); or equivalent combination
of education and experience.
- Proficient in GAAP, financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting,
and financial reporting.
- Proven leadership experience fostering collaboration,
accountability, and professional development.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, and
accounting software systems; LSS experience preferred.
- Prior experience in a professional services environment is
required; prior law firm experience is strongly preferred.
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- MBA or CPA preferred. - Employee Appreciation and Benefits:
- Hybrid work style
- Medical/Dental/Vision 100% paid for employees.
- Option for ORCA card or parking reimbursement.
- Generous PTO and company commitment to work-life
balance
- Potential for discretionary annual profit-sharing bonus.
Compensation: -$130k-$160k annually
Keywords: NW Recruiting Partners, Kirkland , Controller Professional Services, Accounting, Auditing , Seattle, Washington
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