Controller

Job Title: Controller

About Us

Our client, a leading personal injury law firm in Chicago and Indiana, has been dedicated to helping the injured since 1999. With four offices and a strong reputation for excellence, our client has experienced significant growth. The firm is deeply committed to the community and actively supports charitable causes that matter to its employees. The work environment is supportive, transparent, and team-oriented, encouraging employees to excel both personally and professionally. Despite a professional and dedicated approach to work, the firm maintains a friendly and approachable atmosphere.

Position Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced Controller to join their team and support their continued growth. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of one of the fastest-growing personal injury law firms in Chicago and Indiana. The role will involve supervising two full-time remote bookkeepers and overseeing all financial operations. The ideal candidate will have a growth mindset and be eager to advance to a CFO position as the firm expands.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all daily financial operations and journal entries.
• Produce monthly financial statements and variance analysis.
• Manage customer invoicing and accounts receivable.
• Ensure timely accounts payable cycles.
• Conduct weekly cash flow forecasting.
• Process employee payroll and governmental reporting.
• Generate weekly financial metrics and monthly financial statements.
• Reconcile bank accounts and credit cards.
• Manage the annual 1099 process.
• Provide reporting for financial institutions.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• At least 5 years of experience in accounting, AR, AP, payroll, and GL functions.
• Supervisory experience.
• Proficient with QuickBooks Online and Excel.
• Knowledge of the legal industry preferred.
• Experience in budget preparation, analysis, and variance.
• Adaptable to change with strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Professional, friendly attitude in a team environment.
  
  

Additional Information

• Criminal history checks are completed for all financial candidates.
• Our client is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.
  
  

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $75,000.00 per year

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Vision insurance
  
  

Experience Level

• 5 years
  
  

Schedule

• Monday to Friday
  
  

Supplemental Pay Types

• Bonus opportunities
  
  

Work Location:

• In-person
  
  

If you're ready to join a dynamic team and grow your career with a firm that values both professional excellence and community involvement, apply now!