Controller

Company: Vela Wood
Location: Garland
Posted on: February 17, 2021

Job Description:

Vela Wood PC seeks a Controller for the firm to manage all A/R, A/P, and financial accounts for the firm. This role will report directly to the Managing Partner. We intend that this position will eventually lead to a CFO promotion in 5-8 years.About Vela Wood:Vela Wood is a boutique corporate law firm with offices in five cities and 40+ employees. The firm focuses on venture financing, small businesses, M&A, and fund representation. The firm is young, energetic, and growing rapidly. Qualifications:* Ideal candidate will have 5+ years of financial accounting experience with 3+ from a big accounting firm.* Candidate must have a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance. Graduate degree is a plus.* Ability to work independently.Job Description:* Enter and chart all revenue and expense entries into the firm's accounting software.* Update account reports daily to reflect current balances.* Oversee client communication regarding invoice payments and retainer balances/refunds.* Lead the firm collection efforts by invoicing clients on a monthly basis and following up with reminders.* Manage payments to all outside vendors under supervision of the Director of Operations.* Update monthly KPIs and help establish improvements.* Create monthly reports for senior management to review the financial health of the firm.* Oversee employee payroll and reimbursements.* Manage the firm's credit card accounts by reviewing and approving credit card receipts and reports submitted by employees.* Create and manage the firm's annual budget.* Develop and pitch three statement financial models and other ad-hoc financial models as needed.* Other special projects as requested by the firm management.Competencies: - Strong managerial, technical, and analytical skills. - Ability to build and lead a high-performing accounting team as the firm grows.- Results-oriented and execution focused.- Works well with uncertainty. - Embraces and adapts to change.- Excellent written and oral communication skills. - Responsive.- Strong technical accounting skills (CPA required).Salary and Benefits:* $80k - $100k salary target.* Discretionary bonus component.* Medical Coverage available on start date; Vela Wood covers $425 towards monthly premium.* 401(k) enrollment and employer matching available after nine months of employment with immediate employee vesting; Vela Wood matches up to 4% of employees' 401(k) contributions (100% of employee's contribution up to 3% and 50% of an additional 1% employee contribution).* Ten paid vacation days and three paid flex days per year.* Ability to work from home for a portion of each workweek following training period.* Fully stocked kitchen with snacks and coffee/tea.* Great firm culture and working philosophy.* Opportunity to work abroad one month every few years.Interested candidates should submit cover letter, salary requirements and resume to careers@velawoodlaw.com.

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