What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controller position at Jones Networking?
Position Title: Controller
Location: Alexandria, Virginia
Department: Accounting / Finance
Industry: Law Firm
Status: Full Time, Direct Hire, Hybrid
Jones Networking is recruiting for a Controller to manage an Accounting Department for a mid size Law Firm in Old Town, Alexandria. The Controller will play a critical role in the overall strategic management of accounting and finance activities of the Firm and will supervise and lead a team of seven direct reports. As a key member of the leadership team, the Controller will manage all accounting operations including billing, A/R, A/P, G/L, payroll and tax reporting. Our client offers a highly competitive salary, 401(k) with firm match, generous PTO plan, paid parking and excellent benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid maternity and paternity leave and much more!
Controller Position Summary:
-Provide general supervision of the accounting staff and participate in annual reviews
-Manage payroll activities, including training employees and review of biweekly payroll
-Responsible for final review and approval of monthly financial package to Members. Provide additional financial information to Board Members as requested
-Review and send monthly compilations to key clients
-Prepare quarterly tax draw spreadsheets and initiate payments
-Oversee fixed assets
-Conduct Personal Property Tax filings for three office locations
-Perform annual 1099 filings, ACA Reporting and 401(k) audit
-Assist with annual health insurance negotiations and plan changes, as well as calculations for annual premiums
-File Partnership Taxes
Qualifications Summary:
-Minimum four years experience as a Controller in a professional services firm required; Law Firm experience desired
-Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance required
-Proven leadership skills
-Elite and/or ADP software experience a plus
-Strong leadership abilities to effectively mentor and collaborate with team members
-Exceptional attention to detail while managing competing deadlines
-Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact with attorneys, clients, management, board members, colleagues and direct reports
