What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controller at Law Firm position at Harvey L Walner?
Small personal injury law firm in downtown Chicago is looking for a full-time Controller to replace our long-time employee who is retiring.
Job responsibilities include managing all aspects of Accounting: processing invoices and cutting A/P checks, manage cash flow/banking functions, perform month-end and year-end closes and financial reporting, act as the firm's liaison with bankers and outside IT staff, serve as main point of contact for external auditors and tax advisors
Benefits: Health/Dental/Vision Insurance, Paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), On-site gym
In return for a competitive compensation package, the ideal candidate will possess the following:
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting (CPA preferred)
- 5 years of progressively responsible experience in Accounting
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word
- Sage Accounting experience (or comparable)
- Experience within a small, privately held organization (law firm preferred)
- Self-starter capable of handling multiple projects at once
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving ability
- Detail-oriented and able to maintain accuracy in financial records and reporting
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively
- Willingness to work 5 days in office
The ideal Controller will be a hands-on Accounting professional that is comfortable with both the day-to-day transactional accounting and more high-level strategic responsibilities as the role and company continue to evolve.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $80,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- On-site gym
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Experience level:
- 5 years
Physical setting:
- Office
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Yearly bonus
Ability to Relocate:
- Chicago, IL 60602: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $80,000 - $105,000