Hiring: Controller Company: Selby Jennings Location: Dallas, TX Job Posted Time: 2026-09-11 11:52:12 Target Skills & Keywords : Financial Planning About the job Experience: •Accounting Manager or Assistant Controller with significant law firm experience •Finance leader seeking broader responsibility and ownership of a finance function Required Skills: •A growing and highly respected law firm is seeking a Controller to lead all accounting, finance, and operational finance functions. This individual will serve as the senior financial leader of the organization while remaining heavily involved in the day-to-day accounting operations and financial management of the firm. •The ideal candidate is a hands-on accounting and finance professional who thrives in a lean environment, can effectively manage both strategic and operational responsibilities, and has experience supporting a professional services or legal organization. •Lead all accounting and finance functions, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, billing, collections, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting •Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes •Prepare and present financial statements, cash flow reports, budgets, forecasts, and management reporting packages •Monitor firm profitability, utilization, realization, and overall financial performance •Manage banking relationships, treasury activities, and cash management •Oversee attorney trust accounts and maintain compliance with IOLTA requirements Qualifications: •Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field •7+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience •Prior law firm or professional services accounting experience strongly preferred •Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, cash management, billing, and collections •Demonstrated ability to lead accounting operations while remaining hands-on •Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills •Controller within a professional services organization Compensation: •$145,000 - $145,000 / year Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!