CONTROLLER
POSITION SUMMARY
The Controller is responsible for overseeing the firm's internal financial operations, ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial reporting while providing leadership with financial insights to support strategic and operational decision-making. This role manages accounting functions, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and financial processes while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and firm standards.
REPORTS TO
Chief Operating Officer, Managing Partner/Executive Committee
KEY SUCCESS FACTORS
- Strong technical accounting knowledge and financial reporting expertise
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Ability to manage financial operations and meet deadlines
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to lead, develop, and manage team members
- Strong communication skills with leadership and operational teams
- Understanding of firm economics and profitability drivers
- Maintaining a high level of confidentiality on all firm matters
RESPONSIBILITIES
Financial Reporting & Accounting
- Prepare the monthly and annual financial statements
- Ensure accuracy and completeness of the general ledger and financial records
- Manage month-end and year-end close processes
- Maintain compliance with GAAP and applicable regulations
- Prepare accurate and timely supporting schedules and financial reports for Executive Committee meetings
Budgeting & Financial Planning
- Assist with the annual firm budget and forecasts
- Monitor financial performance against budget and identify variances
- Provide financial analysis and recommendations to leadership
- Support strategic planning with financial insights and reporting
Cash Flow & Financial Management
- Monitor cash flow and working capital
- Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, and collections processes
- Ensure timely billing, collections, and revenue recognition processes
- Monitor key financial metrics and dashboards
Internal Controls & Compliance
- Establish and maintain internal controls to safeguard firm assets
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and firm policies
- Identify and mitigate financial risks
Leadership & Team Development
- Supervise and develop internal accounting staff
- Provide coaching, training, and performance feedback
- Oversee payroll processing and 401(k) deferrals for employees and partners
- Coordinate the annual benefits census and workers’ compensation audit
Operational Support
- Partner with firm leadership on financial and operational decisions
- Support profitability analysis by service line and location
- Improve financial systems, reporting tools, and processes
- Oversee accounting technology and system implementations
- Oversee and coordinate facility management activities as needed
KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS
- Accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting
- Cash flow management and financial stability
- Efficiency of billing and collections processes
- Strength of internal controls and compliance
- Team performance and development
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required
- CPA preferred
- 5–10+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, preferably within public accounting or professional services
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting
- Experience with accounting systems and financial reporting tools
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Pay: $80,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Education:
Experience:
- Accounting : 5 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
Ability to Relocate:
- New Orleans, LA 70119: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
