Controller

Company: LaBovick Law Group
Location: West Palm Beach
Posted on: August 8, 2022

Job Description:

The Controller is a full-time salaried position, responsible for providing strategic and financial leadership to the Firm. -The Controller oversees the Firm's financial operations, monitors day-to-day activity in the Accounting Department and across the Firm, and ensures that the Firm is on track to meet its short-term and long-term financial goals. This position is responsible for maximizing the Firm's financial performance by providing direction and insight into the planning, development, and control of financial operations in support of its strategic and operational objectives. - -Responsibilities:Handling of all general accounting functions and financial operations including a chart of accounts and general ledger, accounts payable, billing, cash receipts, accounts receivable, fixed assets, petty cash, bank reconciliations, and client trust fundsOversees the integration and communication of information and data with respect to client matters, such as processing settlement statements and closing case mattersEstablishes and maintains appropriate internal controls to safeguard assets, ensures proper accounting of transactions, and promotes operational efficiency with respect to financial matters within the Accounting Department and throughout the FirmMonitors cash flow and handles cash management. This includes, as directed, borrowing against lines of credit, projections, and management of capital requirementsPrepares and monitors annual capital, technology, and operating budgets and schedules for same; oversees adherence to budgets in support of Firm financial objectivesPrepares analytical work relating to the Firm's current and anticipated economic/financial results and provides reportingManages banking relationships and other external entities with whom financial information is exchanged. Responsible for year-end tax planning, coordinates with outside professionals for the preparation of the Firm's tax returnsMonitor and correct any inappropriate personal use of the Firm's credit cardsIdentifies and implements cost control initiativesPrepares monthly, quarterly, and annual Financial ReportsOversees and obtains authorization for accounts receivable write-offs and reductionsDevelops, implements, and informs all employees of client trust account policyWorks in conjunction with the Principal Administrator to develop budgets for annual staffing compensation and bonusesWorks in conjunction with the Director of Information Technology to develop annual budgets for technology needs and improvementsQualifications:ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSPreparation of annual budgetPreparation of supporting documents for the annual tax returnCoordinate the preparation of annual tax return with an outside CPA firmReview and recordation of journal entries required to reflect the monthly activityPreparation of the monthly close process and month-end balancesReview monthly accounting close process including analytical review of the monthly operating results to ensure accurate accounting records are maintainedPreparation of monthly financial statements and Y-T-D cash flowPerform cash projections to effectively manage cash balancesPreparation of monthly forecast budgetAll accounts payable processes and accuracyReview of expenses incurred to ensure they are in line with budgets and projectionsMaintenance of fixed asset records for coordination of fixed asset inventory with the information technology departmentCollaboration of policies and procedures such as invoice processing, settlement statement disbursements, and practice area recurring financial processingImplement, document, and maintain adequate and effective internal controlsImplement, document, and maintain adequate and effective processes to improve the close and reporting cycles to ensure timely and accurate reportingAccurate and timely production of all financial informationProper analytical review of the asset operations from a balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow perspective as well as an overall business perspectiveAbout CompanyWhy Choose LaBovick Law Group: -We are a growing firm, with top-notch, dedicated Warriors for Justice! We put as much value in our team members as they do for the clients we serve. We offer a PPO Health plan and cover -100% of Healthcare premiums -for our employees. We have a safe harbor -401(k) with up to a 4% company match. We encourage learning and career development across our Firm, and value employees by providing ample opportunity for career advancement. With a current -4.8 star rating on Glassdoor, we strongly adhere to our firm's Core Values and attribute the Firms success to our group of talented, hardworking, and passionate team members!

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