Financial Controller Jobs

Lincoln-Goldfinch Law seeks a Financial Controller with experience managing at least $10MM in revenue to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will provide strategic recommendations for financial, tax, and investment strategies and will oversee and manage the financial activities and systems for the firm. The Controller will also help Lincoln-Goldfinch Law scale by communicating the strengths and opportunities of the Company’s financial health to minimize variances in the plan and reduce risk. The Controller will manage the Billing team and work closely with the Owner, COO, and CPA.

This is a remote position, thus we are considering applicants from across the United States.

The Firm Culture at Lincoln-Goldfinch Law:

Our team is outstanding and does amazing work. We have a supportive, unified culture, and fitting into this culture is the primary job requirement. “That’s not my job” is not a phrase that exists in our office.

We are not afraid of technology or learning new things that will make their jobs easier. We embrace our policies and procedures because we know that they align our vision, bring us together as a team, and bring value to our clients.

We are high energy and enthusiastic. Yet, we are also detail-oriented and careful. Everyone here brings empathy and emotional intelligence to their interaction with clients and a passion for helping clients navigate one of the most difficult and impactful decisions of their lifetime. In short, our people are the best in the business! If you would like to be a part of our stellar team, then we encourage you to apply.

Our Core Values:

• INTEGRITY: We believe in candor – giving and getting honest, constructive feedback: we say things about each other that we would say to their face.
• SELFLESSNESS: We set our egos aside and put the team and the mission first.
• INCLUSION: We fight the bullies. We intervene when someone is being marginalized. We nurture and embrace differing perspectives with kindness and empathy.
• PASSION: We care intensely about the success of our clients and our team members. We are tenacious and optimistic. We are confident in ourselves and our impact on the world.
• DREAM TEAM: We are a chosen family. We are honored to be together on this mission and we hold each other to the highest standard.
• COMMITMENT TO EXCELLENCE: We are each constantly striving to improve ourselves and our results. We want to make today better than yesterday.

Work Conditions/Physical Demands:

• Occasionally must be able to lift 15lbs
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Compensation/Benefits:

Compensation for this role is commensurate with experience. We provide fully covered medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options, 401(k) match, well-being resources, 2 weeks PTO offered with an additional week of paid holidays, and a positive environment with a team who values hard work and teamwork, and rewards both.

$75,000 - $90,000 yearly

Supervisory Duties:

• Oversees the operations of the Billing Department;
• Manages the performance of Billing Department personnel by ensuring metrics are consistently met.

Primary Job Responsibilities Duties:

• Undertake other duties as needed to ensure the firm operates efficiently.
• Prepare and distribute weekly reports, such as the PL, Cash Flow Report, Balance Sheet, Budget Reports, Trust Balance Report, Cash Flow Forecast, Work in Progress Report, etc.; ensures that the reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles or reporting standards
• Ensure adequate insurance coverage and negotiate policies, including corporate and professional liability, property, and EPLI
• Produce and manage the annual budget and forecasts across departments; reports significant budget variances to management with proposed solutions;
• Recommend benchmarks that will be used to measure the Company's performance;
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal government requirements;
• Maintain a relationship with CPA to ensure accurate financial reporting;
• Oversee accounts receivable functions to ensure the accurate and timely management of all accounts receivable, including managing billing questions and concerns from clients, collecting client payments, managing past due invoices, and handling chargebacks;
• Perform the accounts payable functions, ensuring the accurate and timely processing of invoices and operating expenses, including purchase orders, IOLTA accounts, company credit cards, petty cash, and wire transfer accounts;
• Maintain a documented system of accounting policies and procedures; implements a system of controls over accounting transactions to minimize risk
• Provide financial analysis and strategic recommendations to the CFO and Owner, with emphasis on capital investments, tax strategy, pricing decisions, and contract negotiations;

• Excellent analytical, logical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Experience managing at least $10MM in revenue (Required)
• Experience in the legal services industry (Required)
• Thorough understanding of finance and accounting principles and planning
• Proficient in accounting and tax preparation software
• Team player
• 3-5 years experience in a similar role (Required)
• Proficient with Google Suite
• Emotional intelligence and empathy
• High attention to detail
• Ability to communicate effectively across all management levels in the organization
• Excellent organizational and time management skills: the ability to juggle multiple tasks
• Positive attitude

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Business Administration is required; a Certified Public Accountant or Certified Management Accountant designation is a huge plus.

Lincoln-Goldfinch Law is an award-winning immigration and bankruptcy law firm based out of Austin, Texas that serves people from all 50 states and from across the globe in both English and Spanish. Founded in 2015 by Kate Lincoln-Goldfinch, Lincoln-Goldfinch Law has served thousands of families that are searching for peace of mind and a fresh start.

Lincoln-Goldfinch Law is committed to promoting equity and inclusion in the workplace. All applicants are considered without regard to sex, gender, race, age, ethnicity, national origin, religion, disability status, veteran status, or other protected bases.