lewis wagner trimbleWarren Park, IN
Controller
$110,000 per year
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Controller
lewis wagner trimbleWarren Park, IN
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$110,000 per year
About Us:
Since 1955, the attorneys of Lewis Wagner & Trimble have given proactive counsel to individuals, small businesses, government agencies, and Fortune 500 companies. We see the legal industry as a client-service business, and we measure our success by exceeding our clients’ expectations. We set high expectations for our staff, which gives them the chance to make a real difference and contribute to the team from day one.
The Role:
The Controller leads the Finance Team within the Accounting Department and reports to the Chief Operating Officer. You’ll provide high-level financial and strategic support to the firm’s departments and practice groups, with a strong focus on ongoing analysis and ad hoc reporting.
What You’ll Do:
- Oversee financial accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, general ledger, and timely bank reconciliations
- Lead month-end and year-end balancing, reporting, and close
- Work closely with the Billing Team to keep client and financial processes aligned
- Maintain internal policies and controls that protect the integrity of financial data
- Deliver accurate, timely financial reports to the COO and firm leadership, and keep looking for ways to improve them
- Perform analysis, reporting, and forecasting that support the firm’s strategic plan and budget
- Give other business functions the financial support they need to make decisions, including ad hoc reporting
- Serve as the main contact for outside auditors, vendors, and banking partners, and oversee the firm’s banking software and applications
- Develop improvements to accounting policies and lead initiatives that manage costs and maximize profitability
- Take on projects as business needs evolve
- What You Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance (CPA preferred)
- 5+ years of progressively responsible financial leadership experience, preferably in a law firm
- A track record of developing or improving accounting policies and procedures
- Working knowledge of law firm accounting systems and document management systems
- Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Strong analytical, data-mining, and critical-thinking skills, with the ability to present findings clearly to any audience
- Proven ability to motivate a team, lead by example, and manage change
- Excellent communication, organizational, and project management skills
- A client-service mindset, strong work ethic, and the ability to meet deadlines under pressure
- Reliability, discretion, and a high degree of confidentiality
- Willingness to work a flexible schedule and the hours needed to meet the firm’s goals
Why Join Us:
- A key leadership role reporting directly to the COO, with real influence on the firm’s financial strategy
- Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision insurance, STD, LTD, 401(k), paid time off, and paid holidays
- A development-focused culture with experience-driven career growth and active community service involvement
- Lewis Wagner & Trimble is an equal opportunity employer.
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Level
Manager
Salary
$110,000 per year
Location
Warren Park, IN
Occupation
Treasurers and Controllers
Industry
Offices of Lawyers
Posted
yesterday