Law Firm Controller

Title: Controller - Law Firm
Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL
Salary Range: $130,000 – $160,000

Why You’ll Want This Role:

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• This is a rare opportunity to step into a highly visible Controller role at a well-established law firm with over 50 years of success, outstanding benefits, and a culture that truly values its employees.
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• Stable, well-respected firm with long-term tenure and low turnover
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• People-first culture with employee appreciation events and leadership that values work-life balance
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• High-impact role with strong autonomy and partnership with firm leadership
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• Opportunity to own and shape critical financial functions, especially cash flow forecasting and trust accounting
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• Outstanding benefits package, including:
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  • 100% employer-paid health insurance, plus dental & vision
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  • 401(k) with company match
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  • Paid time off
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  • Onsite gym for daily convenience
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Key Responsibilities

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• Oversee full-cycle accounting, including AP, AR, and payroll
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• Manage revenue collections and cash flow forecasting (core focus)
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• Maintain and ensure compliance with trust accounting requirements
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• Handle accounting and limited bookkeeping for a related entity funded by the main firm
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• Ensure accurate reconciliations, reporting, and financial controls
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• Utilize and manage accounting processes within Juris software
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Qualifications

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• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
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• Strong experience in full-cycle accounting
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• Legal industry experience
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• Strong attention to detail, leadership skills, and financial judgment
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