Controller

Job Description

Job Description

The Divorce Lawyers – Cabanas Law Firm is one of Florida's fastest-growing family law firms, with multiple offices statewide. We are seeking an experienced  Controller to lead our accounting operations, strengthen financial reporting, and support the firm's continued growth.

We are looking for a strategic financial leader who is equally comfortable rolling up their sleeves to solve day-to-day accounting challenges. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and passionate about helping leadership make data-driven decisions that support continued growth.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on accounting leader who thrives in a fast-paced, multi-location environment and enjoys building processes while partnering with executive leadership.

Position Summary

The Controller is responsible for overseeing the firm's accounting department, ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining internal controls, managing cash flow, and supporting strategic financial planning. This role reports directly to the executive leadership team and plays a key role in the firm's financial success.

$80,000 - $95,000 DOE

• Oversee all daily accounting operations, including the General Ledger
• Accounts Payable
• Accounts Receivable
• Bank reconciliations
• Payroll oversight
• Trust accounting compliance (preferred)
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Produce financial reports, KPIs, and executive dashboards
• Manage month-end and year-end close processes
• Develop and maintain budgets and forecasts
• Monitor cash flow and financial performance
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable legal regulations
• Coordinate annual tax preparation and external audits
• Establish and improve accounting policies and internal controls
• Supervise and mentor accounting staff
• Analyze profitability by office location and practice area
• Assist leadership with strategic financial planning and operational decisions
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce costs

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA preferred)
• 5+ years of Controller or Senior Accounting leadership experience
• Experience managing accounting teams
• Strong knowledge of GAAP
• Advanced Excel skills
• Experience with accounting software (QuickBooks, Sage, NetSuite, or similar)
• Experience with payroll and multi-location operations
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Law firm or professional services experience is strongly preferred

Preferred Experience

• Family law or legal industry experience
• Multi-office organization
• Trust accounting
• Budget development
• Financial modeling
• KPI reporting and dashboard creation
• Process improvement and automation

At Cabanas Law Firm, our mission is to guide clients through life's most challenging family law matters with compassion, integrity, and excellence. As one of Florida's fastest-growing family law firms, we are committed to building a culture of accountability, teamwork, innovation, and continuous professional growth.

We invest in our employees by providing opportunities for career advancement, ongoing training, and leadership development. Our team members play an essential role in delivering exceptional service while helping families navigate difficult transitions with confidence.

If you're looking to join a collaborative, high-performing legal team where your work truly makes an impact, we'd love to hear from you.