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Controller | Law Firm Accounting
Atlanta, GA (Buckhead) | $140,000 to $160,000 + Bonus | Hybrid
We are seeking an experienced Controller to lead the accounting and financial operations of an established boutique litigation law firm in Buckhead, Atlanta.
This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on accounting leader who enjoys ownership, autonomy, and working directly with firm leadership. The ideal candidate brings strong law firm trust accounting experience, excellent technical accounting skills, and a proactive approach to improving processes and efficiencies.
Compensation & Benefits
- $140,000 to $160,000 base salary + annual discretionary bonus
- Hybrid schedule: 4 days onsite, 1 day remote after 90 days
- 100% employer-paid employee-only medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Wellness programs, virtual healthcare, and additional health benefits
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the month-end close process, general ledger accounting, journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
- Oversee law firm trust accounting, banking activities, and account reconciliations.
- Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, client billing, and cash management.
- Prepare monthly financial statements and reports for firm partners.
- Oversee payroll administration and 401(k) reconciliations and reporting.
- Prepare annual budgets and coordinate year-end financial reporting with external CPAs, including partnership tax documentation and K-1 reviews.
- Maintain accounting records and financial data within the firm's legal accounting software.
- Evaluate existing accounting processes, strengthen internal controls, and implement operational improvements.
- Provide oversight and support to the firm's AP and AR accounting staff.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
- 5+ years of accounting experience within a law firm or professional services environment.
- Strong law firm trust accounting experience required.
- Experience managing month-end close, general ledger accounting, financial reporting, and reconciliations.
- CPA preferred but not required.
- Experience with legal accounting software preferred, but not required.
- Strong Excel skills and the ability to quickly learn new accounting systems.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently in a hands-on accounting environment.
- Strong communication skills and confidence working directly with firm leadership.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
- Established, respected boutique litigation firm with long-tenured leadership.
- Direct partnership with firm leadership and significant ownership of the accounting function.
- Opportunity to improve processes, enhance reporting, and make a meaningful impact.
- Collaborative, professional environment with a lean accounting team.
- Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and hybrid flexibility.
Location: Buckhead, Atlanta, GA. Candidates must be comfortable working onsite four days per week following the initial 90-day period.
If you're an experienced Law Firm Controller, Legal Accounting Manager, or accounting leader with strong trust accounting experience, we'd welcome a confidential conversation.
Apply today to learn more about this opportunity!
JOB ID: 182951
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Sarah Rowland-Varner