Assistant Controller

Established in 1989, Portnoff Law Associates, Ltd. is a law firm that limits its practice to the collection of unpaid real estate taxes and municipal utility fees. PLA now represents more than 200 municipal clients throughout Pennsylvania, with offices in King of Prussia, Allentown, and Aliquippa.


Careers

PLA is seeking motivated and high-performing candidates who demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence, exceptional verbal and written communication skills, and a meticulous attention to detail. As a member of the PLA team, employees will join others motivated to represent municipal clients with distinction.

PLA was named one of the Philadelphia Inquirer’s Top Workplaces in 2026 , placing it among the top companies in the Delaware Valley. For candidates considering their next career move, this recognition reflects what employees value about working here: a respectful culture, meaningful work, supportive colleagues, and a shared commitment to serving clients and communities well. It is one more reason PLA is a place where people can build lasting careers and take pride in the work they do each day.

PLA offers competitive employment packages that include benefits.


We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Assistant Controller to join our growing collections law firm in King of Prussia, PA. This role is ideal for an accounting professional who enjoys balancing financial reporting, compliance, trust accounting, billing, and operational accounting while supporting the firm's continued growth. The Assistant Controller will work closely with the Controller and firm leadership to oversee day-to-day accounting operations, ensure accurate financial reporting, maintain compliance with trust accounting requirements, and help strengthen internal controls and accounting processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with quarterly and annual financial reporting and account reconciliations.
• Oversee general ledger activity and support quarter-end and year-end close processes.
• Manage trust account reconciliations and compliance.
• Manage billing, collections and associated reporting.
• Support accounts payable, vendor payments, and 1099 reporting.
• Manage bank reconciliations, cash management, and cash flow monitoring.
• Support audits, tax filings, and regulatory compliance.
• Prepare ad hoc financial analyses for management.
• Support implementation and administration of accounting and payables systems.
• Establish and document accounting procedures and workflows.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting and accounting principles.
• Advanced Excel and accounting software proficiency.
• Trust, legal, or collections accounting experience preferred.

​​​​​​​When applying, please include a cover letter.