Chief Operating Officer / Executive Director

Lee Hecht Harrison
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • $200,000–$275,000 Per Year
30+ days ago

Job Description

LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking an experienced executive leader (COO/CFO) to oversee the business and administrative functions of a Law Firm. This individual will partner closely with leadership to drive financial performance, operational efficiency, and strategic growth.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Finance & Accounting - Lead budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, cash flow management, billing, collections, and overall financial strategy.
  • Operations & Administration - Oversee the day-to-day business operations of the firm, ensuring efficient processes, policies, and administrative support functions.
  • Human Resources - Provide leadership for talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, compensation, benefits, and organizational development.
  • Information Technology - Oversee technology infrastructure, systems, cybersecurity, and technology initiatives that support firm operations and client service.
  • Facilities & Office Management - Manage office operations, facilities, vendor relationships, lease administration, and workplace initiatives.
  • Marketing & Business Development - Support firm growth through oversight of marketing efforts, branding, client development initiatives, and business development strategy.
  • Strategic Planning & Execution - Partner with firm leadership to establish priorities, execute strategic initiatives, improve profitability, and support long-term organizational objectives.

Qualifications:

  • CPA required; MBA or other advanced degree preferred.
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
  • Progressive leadership experience overseeing finance, operations, and administrative functions, within a law firm structured as a partnership
  • Strong financial, operational, and strategic planning capabilities.
  • Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive organizational improvements.
  • Exceptional communication, leadership, and relationship management skills.

Compensation:

$200,000-$275,000

Benefit offerings for full-time employment include medical, dental, vision

PTO is offered on an accrual basis

Paid Sick Leave where applicable by State law

If you are interested in this position or any other Accounting and Finance career opportunities, please apply

Pay Details: $200,000.00 to $275,000.00 per year

Search managed by: Kellie Sclafani

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Numbers & Facts

LocationPhiladelphia, PA
Salary$200,000–$275,000 Per Year

Skills

  • Accountingunmatched
  • Administrative Skillsunmatched
  • Budgetingunmatched
  • Business Administrationunmatched
  • Business Developmentunmatched
  • Business Operationsunmatched
  • Business Strategyunmatched
  • Cash Flowunmatched
  • Cash Managementunmatched
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)unmatched
  • Compensation and Benefitsunmatched
  • Consumer Brandingunmatched
  • Credit and Collectionsunmatched
  • Cross-Functionalunmatched
  • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
  • Employee Relationsunmatched
  • Establish Prioritiesunmatched
  • Facilities Managementunmatched
  • Financeunmatched
  • Financial Managementunmatched
  • Financial Operationsunmatched
  • Financial Reportingunmatched
  • Financial Strategyunmatched
  • Forecastingunmatched
  • Head of Financeunmatched
  • Human Resourcesunmatched
  • Information Technology & Information Systemsunmatched
  • Internet Securityunmatched
  • Leadershipunmatched
  • Leasingunmatched
  • Legalunmatched
  • Long-Term Profitunmatched
  • Marketingunmatched
  • Office Managementunmatched
  • Operational Strategyunmatched
  • Operational Supportunmatched
  • Operations Managementunmatched
  • Organizational Development/Managementunmatched
  • Performance Managementunmatched
  • Process Improvementunmatched
  • Relationship Managementunmatched
  • Sales Managementunmatched
  • State Laws and Regulationsunmatched
  • Strategic Planningunmatched
  • Team Lead/Managerunmatched
  • Vendor/Supplier Relationsunmatched

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