What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controller position at Monzingo | Legal?
Our client, a Fort Myers, Florida, law firm seeks a Controller to lead their accounting department. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer and the firm’s stakeholders, the Controller will ensure all accounting functions run smoothly, accurately, and timely. Law Firm or professional services experience highly preferred.
The successful candidate has the ability to demonstrate impeccable integrity in fiduciary matters, interpersonal skills necessary to communicate with a diverse group of attorneys and staff with courtesy and tact, and the ability to conduct complex and detailed analysis of financial situations.
Responsibilities
- Maintaining appropriate internal controls to safeguard assets, to ensure proper accounting of transactions and to promote operational efficiency within the Accounting Department and throughout the firm.
- Preparing monthly financial statement with written analysis; trace financial results on an on-going basis and prepare projections of expected results.
- Monitoring cash flow and performing cash management, including borrowing against lines of credit, investment of liquid assets and maintaining adequate compensating balances.
- Oversees all bank account transactions to ensure accuracy, including the adherence to The Florida Bar rules on Trust and Escrow accounts.
- Supervises payroll and tax reporting. Coordinates employee payroll matters with Human Resources Department.
- Assists COO in financial management and analysis, as required.
Requirements
Bachelors Degree in accounting, finance of related field and at least five years of relevant experience.
Must have demonstrated leadership and managerial skills with the ability to recruit, train and motivate staff.
Compensation and Benefits
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