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Chief Financial Officer (CFO) - Shape the Future of a High-Stakes Trial Law Firm

Poulin Willey Anastopoulo, LLC
Columbia, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 3/3/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/3/2025

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

At Poulin Willey Trial Lawyers , we don’t just fight for our clients—we win. Our aggressive, high-stakes approach to personal injury litigation demands financial leadership that’s as sharp, strategic, and fearless as our trial attorneys. As our Chief Financial Officer (CFO), you will be the driving force behind our financial strategy, ensuring our continued growth, profitability, and operational excellence.

If you are a visionary financial leader who thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment—where every decision directly impacts success—this is your opportunity to make an impact.

Why Join Us?

  • Powerful Mission – Join a team that goes above and beyond for clients, securing the highest possible awards in personal injury cases.
  • High-Growth Opportunity – We are scaling fast, and you’ll play a key leadership role in shaping our financial future.
  • Executive Leadership & Autonomy – Work alongside top attorneys and firm leaders, bringing your expertise to the table in strategic decision-making.
  • Competitive Compensation & Benefits – We reward excellence and leadership with top-tier compensation and benefits.

What You'll Own and Drive :

Financial Strategy & Growth

  • Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with the firm’s rapid expansion.
  • Serve as the financial architect , ensuring every dollar is optimized for profitability and growth.
  • Analyze marketing strategies and case data to maximize revenue potential .
  • Data-Driven Decision Making

  • Lead financial modeling and forecasting to empower informed business decisions.
  • Provide insights on cash flow, budgeting, and long-term financial planning .
  • Oversee firm financing, strategic planning, and performance analysis.
  • Financial Operations & Compliance

  • Streamline and enhance financial policies, procedures, and reporting .
  • Ensure IOLTA accounting compliance and oversee payroll, benefits, and HR functions.
  • Optimize AccountingSeed and Paylocity systems to improve efficiency
  • Executive Leadership & Impact

  • Guide firm partners with clear, data-backed financial insights .
  • Lead a high-performing finance and accounting team.
  • Drive process improvements that enhance productivity and profitability.
  • What You Bring to the Table :

  • Master’s Degree (or equivalent experience) in Accounting, Finance, or Business.
  • 5 years of financial leadership experience in fast-scaling companies.
  • Deep expertise in financial forecasting, cash flow management, and IOLTA (or similar) accounting.
  • Proficiency in AccountingSeed & Paylocity (or similar financial platforms).
  • Experience in professional services or law firm finance? That’s a huge plus.
  • Exceptional leadership & communication skills —you translate numbers into strategy.
  • Unshakable confidence in your data —you don’t just report the numbers; you drive action.
  • This is more than a CFO Role. It's a Leadership Legacy.

    At Poulin Willey Trial Lawyers , we don’t just need any CFO—we need a financial strategist, an operational leader, and a growth driver. If you are ready to take the reins of a high-impact executive role and make a real difference , we want to hear from you.

    This role will require quarterly travel to the Charleston, SC area, or one of our other flagship office locations.)

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