Financial Controller

JOB DESCRIPTION
Position: Controller
Type: Full- Time (Exempt)
Reports to: Chief Financial Officer
Location: Remote (U.S.-based)
Salary: $80,000-$110,000 annual, DOE

ABOUT THE LAW FIRM FOR TRUCK SAFETY

The Law Firm for Truck Safety is a nationally recognized law firm dedicated exclusively to representing victims of catastrophic truck crashes. Our attorneys are leaders in trucking litigation and many hold Commercial Driver's Licenses (CDLs) and board certifications in Truck Accident Law from the National Board of Trial Advocacy (NBTA).

Our mission extends beyond the courtroom. We work alongside clients, lawmakers, and industry leaders to push for meaningful trucking safety reforms and prevent future tragedies. Through legal excellence and industry advocacy, we are committed to creating a safer future on our roads and helping families rebuild after devastating crashes.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Controller leads the firm's accounting operations and ensures the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of accounting processes, period close and financial reporting across all offices and partnerships. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, this role is responsible for the day-to-day financial infrastructure of the firm, including core accounting functions, partnership accounting compliance, cash flow management, and partner contributions.

In partnership with the CFO, the Controller supports budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis that strengthens visibility into firm performance and informs strategic decision-making. This role also plays a key part in financial systems optimization, including ERP evaluation and implementation initiatives.

The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, experience in a law firm or professional services environment, and the ability to translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insights for leadership.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Management & Reporting

• Lead day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll coordination, trust accounting (IOLTA), and month-end/quarter-end/year-end close
• Ensure accurate and timely financial statements across all offices
• Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports to firm leadership
• Maintain integrity, accuracy, and transparency of all financial data
• Manage cash flow, working capital, and banking relationships in partnership with CFO.
• Oversee partner compensation in accordance with firm agreements
• Develop financial dashboards and KPIs to improve visibility into firm performance
• Supervise accounting staff or outsourced accounting partners, establishing clear roles, accountability, and process consistency

Budgeting, Financial Planning & Analysis

• Support annual budgeting/planning process in collaboration with CFO and firm leadership
• Develop and maintain rolling financial forecasts and cash flow projections
• Build reporting that provides visibility into profitability and cost structure
• Provide scenario modeling and financial analysis to support decision making
• Support evaluation of growth initiatives, including new offices, partner onboarding, and lateral hires
• Provide financial insights related to compensation models, equity structure, and long-term profitability

Internal Controls & Compliance

• Establish and maintain strong internal controls and financial policies
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable legal accounting standards
• Oversee trust account compliance (IOLTA) and related regulatory requirements
• Coordinate with external CPA firm for tax preparation and annual review
• Support audit processes and strengthen documentation of financial procedures

Systems, ERP & Process Improvement

• Partner with CFO and operational leadership in evaluation, selection, and implementation of ERP and financial systems
• Lead financial workflow design within broader technology initiatives
• Improve integration between accounting, billing, case management, and reporting platforms
• Establish financial data governance and “source of truth” standards
• Drive documentation, SOP development, and process standardization within the finance function
• Support the Firm's continued growth strategy and related merger & acquisitions activities

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop accounting team members, fostering a high-performance and accountable culture
• Establish clear goals, performance expectations, and professional development plans
• Promote cross-functional collaboration with legal, operations, and leadership teams
• Build scalable team structure aligned with firm growth

Performance Expectations | First 12 Months

Within the first 12 months, the Controller will:

• Establish consistent, timely month-end close processes with clear reporting packages delivered to leadership on a predictable schedule
• Implement a rolling 13-week cash flow forecast and annual budgeting/planning process that provides leadership with forward-looking financial visibility
• Revise and update standardized financial dashboards that provide transparency into profitability by office, attorney, and matter type
• Strengthen internal controls and oversight to ensure audit readiness and regulatory compliance
• Play a leadership role in ERP and financial systems evaluation or implementation, ensuring finance workflows are clearly defined and aligned with firm growth
• Clarify and document partner distribution processes and financial policies to improve consistency and transparency

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including senior-level executive team relationships for financial and management reporting
• Prior experience in a law firm or professional services environment
• Direct experience overseeing trust accounting (IOLTA) and related regulatory compliance
• Esure strict compliance with all state bar rules related to client trust accounts across jurisdictions
• Monitor controls around client funds, disbursements, and settlement accounting
• Demonstrated capability in handling and reporting of month-end, quarter-end and year-end close processes
• Experience leading budgeting/planning and cash flow forecasting processes
• Experience participating in ERP evaluation, implementation, or financial system redesign
• Strong understanding of GAAP and internal controls
• Advanced proficiency with accounting and financial reporting systems
• CPA or CMA preferred
• Must be bondable.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodations. Unless otherwise indicated, Accuity positions require interaction with people and technology while either sitting or standing. Employees must be able to communicate via phone, email, etc. and sit for extended periods of time, with or without reasonable accommodations. Physical effort and exposure to physical risk are limited to that of an office role / environment.

WHAT MAKES THIS ROLE UNIQUE

• Opportunity to build and scale the financial infrastructure of a high-growth, mission-driven national law firm
• Direct partnership with CFO and executive leadership on strategic financial initiatives
• High visibility role with impact across multiple offices and expansion efforts
• Ability to modernize systems, reporting, and financial operations
• Mission-driven work supporting advocacy for trucking safety and client outcomes

WHAT WE OFFER (COMPENSATION & BENEFITS)

• Competitive compensation aligned with the current legal market (and based on experience)
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, other ancillary benefits)
• Paid time off (PTO), holidays and sick leave
• Remote work environment
• Collaborative, mission-driven culture
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Opportunity to make a real impact in the lives of truck crash victims and their familie

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The Firm for Truck Safety reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary. A position description is written for each position in our company and maintained on file with HR. The purpose of these position descriptions is to define job standards and essential functions and physical requirements, as well as marginal or peripheral duties and reporting relationships for the various positions throughout our company. Employees may request a copy of their position description at the time of hire and whenever accountabilities change significantly. Position descriptions are designed to promote a better understanding of the total job for both employees and supervisors. Supervisors will refer to position descriptions during the recruitment and hiring process, as well as during performance appraisal discussion. Position descriptions are updated periodically to reflect changes in job duties and organizational structure. Employees should schedule time to meet with their supervisor if they believe their position description needs updating or if they have questions

The Law Firm for Truck Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment and provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status under applicable law. We use technology-assisted tools, including automated systems, to help review and evaluate applications. These tools support, but do not replace, human decision-making. All hiring decisions are made in accordance with applicable anti-discrimination laws.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the position. Applicants or employees who require a reasonable accommodation are encouraged to notify the Firm so that an appropriate accommodation can be discussed and implemented.