CMBG3 Law

Assistant Controller

CMBG3 Law

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Boston • Massachusetts • United States

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Salary

💰 $125,000 - $145,000 per year

About the role

  • The Assistant Controller supports the oversight of the firm’s accounting and financial operations and plays a key leadership role in managing the day-to-day activities of the accounting department.
  • This position combines technical accounting expertise with hands-on operational management and staff supervision.
  • The Assistant Controller ensures compliance with GAAP and Massachusetts-specific ethical and trust accounting requirements while maintaining accurate financial reporting and supporting firm leadership in a litigation-driven defense practice.
  • Assist in overseeing all accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, billing support, and month-end and year-end close.
  • Prepare and review monthly financial statements, reconciliations, supporting schedules, and variance analyses.
  • Ensure compliance with GAAP and the Massachusetts Rules of Professional Conduct, including all requirements related to client trust accounts and IOLTA management.
  • Oversee trust account activity, including proper segregation of client funds and three-way reconciliations in accordance with Massachusetts requirements.
  • Support cash flow management, operating accounts, and partner distributions.
  • Assist with annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
  • Coordinate with external auditors, tax advisors, and banking partners as directed by firm leadership.
  • Develop, implement, and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to promote efficiency and mitigate risk.
  • Supervise accounting staff, including billing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll personnel.
  • Review staff work for accuracy and compliance, manage workload distribution, and ensure deadlines are met.
  • Provide training, mentoring, and performance feedback to team members.
  • Identify and implement process improvements to enhance operational effectiveness and reporting accuracy.
  • Collaborate with attorneys and administrative staff to address billing, collections, and financial inquiries.
  • Maintain documentation standards and ensure cross-training within the accounting department to promote continuity of operations.
  • Other responsibilities requested by Management.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting required, master’s degree preferred.
  • Active CPA license in good standing in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
  • Minimum of 5+ years of progressive accounting experience within a law firm or professional services environment, with law firm experience required.
  • Prior supervisory or team leadership experience required.
  • Strong knowledge of law firm accounting practices, including trust accounting and litigation billing structures.
  • Familiarity with Massachusetts IOLTA compliance requirements strongly preferred.
  • Proficiency in legal accounting and billing systems, with advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
  • Exceptional attention to detail, strong analytical abilities, and sound judgment.
  • High level of professionalism, discretion, and integrity in handling confidential financial and client information.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work effectively with attorneys and senior leadership.
Benefits
  • comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance
  • life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) retirement savings
  • paid time off and holidays
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
GAAPtrust accountingfinancial reportingbudgetingforecastingfinancial planningreconciliationsvariance analyseslegal accountingbilling
Soft Skills
leadershipattention to detailanalytical abilitiesjudgmentprofessionalismdiscretionintegrityinterpersonal skillscommunication skillsteam leadership
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in accountingCPA license