Financial Operations Manager

The Financial Operations Manager ensures the integrity, accuracy, and efficiency of the firm's financial reporting and operational accounting functions under the direction of the COO. This role supervises the finance staff and is responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring financial policies, procedures, and risk management practices to support sound governance and operational excellence within the firm. This position is in-office, located in Lincoln, NE.

Essential Functions

Financial Reporting and Oversight

• Oversee general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, payroll, and financial reporting functions.
• Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Maintain integrity of financial data and reporting systems.
• Monitor firm performance metrics including WIP, AR aging, cash flow, realization, and expense trends.
• Lead the month-end and year-end close processes.
• Assist with the preparation and compilation of annual industry financial surveys and benchmarking reports.

Financial Policies and Procedures

• Develop, document, and maintain formal accounting policies and procedures.
• Establish standardized workflows for billing, collections, expense reimbursement, and cash handling.
• Continuously evaluate and improve financial processes for efficiency and risk mitigation.
• Ensure proper segregation of duties and documentation standards.

Internal Controls and Risk Management

• Identify areas of financial or operational risk and recommend corrective action.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, GAAP standards, and professional requirements.

Budgeting and Financial Planning Support

• Lead the annual budgeting process and monitor performance against budget.
• Prepare financial forecasts and variance analyses.
• Provide financial modeling and analysis to support leadership decision-making.
• Assist leadership with financial planning initiatives as requested.

Cash and Treasury Management

• Oversee cash management, bank reconciliations, and banking relationships.
• Monitor working capital and cash flow trends.
• Ensure appropriate controls over disbursements and electronic payments.

Systems and Technology Oversight

• Oversee financial systems, accounting software, and integrations with practice management tools.
• Evaluate and implement automation and technology improvements.
• Ensure data security and integrity within financial systems.

Compliance and Firm Administration Support

• Oversee payroll processing and benefits accounting.
• Coordinate multi-state registrations and payroll tax filings to ensure timely and accurate submission.
• Ensure compliance with tax filings, payroll reporting, and regulatory requirements.
• Assist with firm insurance policies and financial-related vendor contracts.
• Coordinates the provision of information for annual external audits.
• Support documentation needs for governance and leadership review.

Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• High integrity and discretion
• Process oriented and detail-driven
• Risk-aware
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks
• Excellent critical thinking skills
• Ability to trouble shoot and propose solutions

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervise and mentor finance department staff.
• Establish performance standards and accountability measures.

Physical Requirements