Controller

Job Type


Full-time

Description

McMichael Taylor Gray, LLC is seeking a Controller for our multi-state creditors' rights law firm . The ideal candidate will

oversee the firm's accounting and financial operations. This leadership position plays a critical role in ensuring the accuracy of financial reporting, maintaining strong internal controls, managing day-to-day accounting functions, and supporting the firm's long-term financial goals. The Controller will work closely with firm leadership to provide financial analysis, forecasting, budgeting, and strategic guidance while leading the accounting and billing teams.

Requirements

Responsibilities:

• Oversee all accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll coordination, and bank reconciliations.
• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports.
• Manage month-end and year-end close processes.
• Develop and monitor budgets, forecasts, and financial projections.
• Analyze revenue, expenses, profitability, and operational performance trends.
• Monitor cash flow, banking relationships, and financial transactions.
• Oversee billing, collections, and revenue management processes.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax requirements, trust accounting regulations, and internal controls.
• Coordinate annual audits and tax preparation activities.
• Lead, develop, and mentor accounting and billing staff.
• Partner with firm leadership on financial planning and operational initiatives.

Skills & Abilities:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• CPA designation preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of supervisory or management experience.
• Law firm or professional services accounting experience strongly preferred.
• Experience with legal billing and trust accounting preferred.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, QuickBooks, and accounting software.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain confidentiality in a fast-paced environment.

ABOUT MCMICHAEL TAYLOR GRAY, LLC

McMichael Taylor Gray, LLC ("MTG") is a full-service default and creditors' rights law firm delivering quality, cost-effective legal services for financial institutions throughout most of the Eastern United States. The founding partners of MTG established a forward-thinking, client focused law firm, centered on an unwavering commitment to the following core values:

• Excellence
• Integrity
• Honesty
• Respect

A successful candidate must pass a background check and be able to provide two professional references. All candidates will be subject to pre-employment screens and confirmation of eligibility to work in the United States. Candidates may also be subject to criminal and/or credit history checks and reference checks depending on the nature of the position for which they are applying. Consideration for employment with McMichael Taylor Gray LLC is conditional upon successful completion of these required standards.


McMichael Taylor Gray, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.