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Robert Half Talent Solutions is partnering with a law firm based in St. Louis, seeking an experienced Controller to join their team. The Controller will serve as a key member of the leadership team, overseeing daily accounting operations while helping guide strategic financial decisions for the firm. Prior law firm experience preferred.
Job Responsibility:
Lead the day-to-day accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, journal entries, and bank reconciliations
Establish, update, and enforce accounting policies, processes, and internal controls to support compliance with applicable standards and regulations
Generate financial reports and ensure accounting records are complete, accurate, and well maintained
Evaluate financial statements, budgets, and projections to identify trends, improve performance, and recommend actionable solutions
Oversee the accurate and timely recording, tracking, and reporting of all financial activity
Manage cash flow to ensure the organization has sufficient liquidity to meet operational expenses and financial obligations
Deliver financial reporting and analysis to support business planning and leadership decisions
Maintain compliance with all local, state, and federal reporting requirements, including tax filings
Supervise and support a small accounting team
Take on other accounting-related responsibilities and special projects as assigned
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree, MBA or CPA preferred
5+ years of full-cycle accounting experience
Strong proficiency in QuickBooks and Microsoft Office
Prior experience supervising staff
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail
Nice to have:
Prior law firm experience preferred
What we offer:
Competitive salary
Comprehensive benefit package
medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance