Assistant Controller - NovaLaw

*This is a U.S. based remote position*

Introduction to Company

Briefly is the first of its kind managed services organization for distributed law firms. The company manages all back-office functions on behalf of its partnered law firms. Supporting attorneys across 45 offices in 14 countries and five continents, the opportunity to join us is both vast and compelling. We seek world-class leaders to drive us to even greater heights.

Position Summary

The Assistant Controller will be the right-hand person for the Director of Finance and lead the team in managing daily financial/accounting operations of the law firm and consolidation of financials for multinational entities. The ideal candidate will have extensive GAAP knowledge, public accounting/tax experience, and experience managing a team. We are looking for a detailed oriented team player.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and payroll
• Assist with the semi-monthly payroll review for attorney compensation calculation
• Ownership of financial close and assistance with consolidation
• Prepare the management reporting and analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and potential issues
• Co-manage the implementation of a new accounting ERP system and facilitate automation of manual processes
• Assist in the development and monitoring of budgets and forecasts
• Coordinate and assist with internal and external audits to ensure compliance with all relevant financial regulations and standards
• Implement internal controls and identify opportunities for process improvement
• Assist with documentation of the accounting policies and procedures
• Provide guidance and support to team members as needed

Essential Capabilities

• Strong ability to adapt to new software and applications, savvy with technology, and comfortable in a paperless environment
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
• Strong analytical skills to interpret financial data and identify trends, variances, and issues
• Experience with accrual to cash basis accounting - required

Education/Experience

• Bachelors degree in accounting or finance required
• 10+ years in accounting with the most recent 3 years as an Assistant Controller
• Experience in managing system implementations and automations
• Experience in preparing management reporting package

Preferred Education/Experience

• CPA designation
• Legal service industry experience is a plus
• Audit experience
• Public accounting firm experience with a focus on taxation.

Equal Employment Opportunity 

Briefly is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant, or an employee based on race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected class under federal, state, or local law. 

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Accommodation for Applicants with Disabilities 

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. Reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Rimon Law.  If you have a disability or special need and need assistance participating in the application process, please let us know.  

E-Verify

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your form I-9 information to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S.