Crowell & Moring
Controller
Washington, DC
Sponsorship not specified$195k-$265kDetected 14 days ago
ComplianceFinancial AnalysisAccountingForecastingExcelERPIntellectual PropertyLeadershipCommunicationProblem SolvingMentoringFinancial ReportingInternal Audit
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About the role
- The Controller is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the Firm's general ledger and financial information.
- Oversee preparation of monthly and year-end financial statements.
- Oversee accounting activities performed by the Firm's international offices, ensuring integration and alignment with global accounting processes and priorities.
Responsibilities
- Lead the full accounting function including general ledger management, monthly close, balance sheet reconciliations, bank reconciliations, internal controls, fixed assets, payroll accounting, external audits, and accounting operations.
- Manage the Firm's banking activities, including bank account administration, monitoring bank activity, cash forecasting, and other treasury initiatives; maintain relationships with bank representatives.
- Lead, mentor, and develop the Accounting team, establishing clear expectations and fostering accountability, technical excellence, process discipline, and continuous improvement.
- Continuously assess and identify opportunities to optimize workflows, leveraging automation and technology to enhance team productivity, improve accuracy and reduce manual processes.
- Lead efforts to implement and monitor compliance protocols, both system-based and manual checkpoints, to safeguard the Firm against potential errors, fraud, and irregularities.
- Serve as the Accounting lead on cross-functional initiatives, including system implementations, process redesign efforts, and other Firmwide projects,
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to evaluate complex accounting and operational issues, identify root causes, and develop practical solutions.
- Ability to create long-term plans and execute strategic process improvements while also having exceptional tactical skills to drive day-to-day execution.
Requirements
- The position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license required
Nice to have
- Strong proficiency with enterprise financial and accounting systems
- experience with 3E or comparable professional services financial management systems preferred.
- Law firm or professional services experience is a plus.
- The position requires a minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible accounting experience leading accounting functions and teams within a large, complex organization.
Skills
- Advanced knowledge of financial accounting principles, financial processes, and regulatory requirements.
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and demonstrated ability to effectively use financial systems and reporting tools.
- Demonstrated ability to leverage technology, automation, and emerging AI tools to improve accounting processes and efficiency.
- Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Compensation
- $195,000-$265,000 - Washington, DC
- Our Firm is committed to fair and equitable compensation practice in accordance with applicable laws.
- Additional compensation may include a discretionary bonus.
- The salary for this position may vary based on location, market data, an applicant's skills and prior experience, certain degrees and certifications, and other factors.
- Crowell & Moring LLP offers a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
Benefits
- Our benefits include healthcare, vision, dental, retirement, and all-purpose leave and progressive options such as back up childcare, wellness programs, cultural events and social activities.
Company info
- We are committed to delivering responsive, high-quality, and professional service to our clients and to one another, while continuously elevating standards of excellence across every aspect of our work.
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