Controller

Controller – Law Firm

Location: Old Town Alexandria, VA

Salary: $140,000 – $180,000 Annually + Generous Bonus Opportunities

Schedule: Hybrid | Monday–Wednesday In Office, Thursday–Friday Remote

Hours: 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Employment Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire

Excellent Benefits | Generous Bonuses | Employer-Paid Garage Parking | Hybrid Schedule

Express Employment Professionals – Specialized Recruiting Group is partnering with a well-established, highly respected law firm in beautiful Old Town Alexandria to recruit an experienced Controller to lead its Accounting Department.

This is an outstanding opportunity for an accomplished accounting professional seeking a leadership position with a prestigious firm offering a competitive salary of $140,000–$180,000, generous bonus opportunities, excellent benefits, and long-term career stability.

The firm offers a desirable hybrid schedule, with three days in the office and two days working remotely, along with employer-paid garage parking.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the Accounting Department, including management, supervision, and development of accounting staff.
• Direct all accounting functions, including billing, accounts receivable, accounts payable, general ledger, payroll, 401(k) administration, and tax reporting.
• Prepare, analyze, and present financial statements, management reports, and other financial information.
• Develop, implement, and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting and compliance with applicable regulations.
• Collaborate directly with outside accountants, payroll administrators, banking partners, and other vendors.
• Lead, mentor, and evaluate accounting team members, providing performance feedback and professional development.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, operational efficiencies, and reporting accuracy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Prior law firm accounting experience strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience directly managing a team of at least five employees, including performance evaluations, coaching, and mentoring.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, banking operations, and internal controls.
• Knowledge of applicable financial laws, regulations, and compliance requirements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and exercise independent judgment.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Experience with Orion accounting software and ADP preferred.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Competitive base salary: $140,000–$180,000
• Generous performance-based bonus opportunities
• Excellent comprehensive benefits package
• Hybrid work schedule – remote Thursdays and Fridays
• Employer-paid garage parking in Old Town Alexandria
• Beautiful, professional office environment
• Established and respected law firm
• Opportunity to lead and develop an experienced accounting team
• Long-term stability and professional growth