Assistant Controller

Law Office of Bryan Fagan
  • Houston, Texas
    3 days ago

    Job Description

    Description


    The Law Office of Bryan Fagan is a firm that excels in family, estate planning & probate, and criminal law matters. We have (11) offices in Texas: (2) offices in Houston (Corporate and River Oaks,) and (1) office in Atascocita, Humble, Kingwood, The Woodlands, Austin, Dallas, San Antonio, Fort Worth, and Humble.
    The Law Office of Bryan Fagan is seeking a seasoned Assistant Controller to help lead our financial operations, ensuring fiscal responsibility and strategic financial planning within our firm. As the Financial Controller, you will be responsible for overseeing all accounting functions, including budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and compliance with regulatory standards. You will play a critical role in providing insights and recommendations to senior management, allowing for informed decision-making and the sustainable growth of the firm.


    Key Responsibilities


    Job Summary
    Your expertise will be essential in supporting the developing and implementing financial procedures and policies that enhance operational efficiency. You will help supervise the accounting professionals and collaborate closely with department heads to monitor expenses against budget allocations and optimize resource utilization.
    If you are a detail-oriented finance leader with a passion for driving financial excellence and are ready to build a lasting impact on our firm, we encourage you to apply for the Financial Controller position at The Law Office of Bryan Fagan.

    Skills, Knowledge and Expertise


    • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or CMA is a plus, not required.
    • Minimum of 5-7 years of progressive experience in accounting or finance.
    • Hands-on ownership of multi-entity or multi-location month-end close. 
    • Experience working in a law firm or similar services industry is highly desirable.
    • Strong GAAP knowledge and advanced Excel experience (pivot tables, lookups, modeling)
    • Proficient in accounting software and ERP systems; experience with Clio or similar legal practice management software is a plus.
    • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking abilities.
    • Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration across departments.
    • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities with tight deadlines.
    • Strong ethical standards and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality and compliance.
    • Experience at a company scaling through 20M-50M revenue. 


    Benefits


    • Competitive Pay!
    • Paid Time Off
    •  Competitive Benefits Package: Including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, Short and Long Term Disability Insurance, as well as Voluntary Term Life Insurance.
    •  A robust 401K plan with a match of up to 5%.
    • Business casual Work Environment

    Equal Opportunity Statement:

    We recognize that diverse experiences, perspectives and backgrounds enable us to be an even stronger company and workplace. Not only will you be welcome here, your unique thoughts and opinions will be encouraged, celebrated and deeply valued.


    Numbers & Facts

    LocationHouston, Texas

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