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Level Experienced Job Location LOS ANGELES, CA 90025 Position Type Full Time Salary Range $110,000.00 - $190,000.00 Salary Travel Percentage None Job Shift Day Job Category Finance

Based in Los Angeles, BD&J is California’s leading personal injury law firm, and we’re seeking an experienced, strategic, Controller to lead the financial health and future growth of the firm. This is ideal for a finance professional who thrives in a fast-paced legal environment and understands the unique dynamics of managing law firm finances.

The Controller will be responsible for managing and directing the firm’s financial activities, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance. This role will involve overseeing the accounting department, financial reporting, budgeting, and strategic financial planning to support the firm’s growth and success.

Responsibilities include:

• Oversee all aspects of financial management, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger activities.
• Prepare and present accurate financial reports, statements, and analyses to aid management decision-making and strategy development.
• Develop and monitor budgets, forecasts, and financial plans to support the firm’s objectives and initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, legal regulations, and internal policies. Establish and maintain financial controls and procedures.
• Manage the accounting team and provide guidance to ensure optimal performance and professional growth.

Skills & Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial regulations, and reporting standards.
• Experience in financial management, preferably in a law firm or professional services environment.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment.
• The ideal candidate will have experience working in a law firm.

We offer an excellent compensation package including:

• Guaranteed Competitive pay plan.
• Proficiency/performance bonus.
• 401K
• 80 hours of vacation the first year of employment
• Paid Holidays.
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance.
• Supplemental insurance.
• Opportunity for advancement.

At BD&J, we have a clear vision: to be the place where a diverse mix of talented people want to come, stay and do their best work. We pride ourselves on bringing the best results to our clients and know our company runs on the hard work and dedication of our passionate and creative employees.

BD&J is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

BD&J is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer dedicated to a policy of compliance with all federal, state and local laws regarding nondiscrimination in employment. No questions included in our application process are intended to secure information to be used for unlawful purposes.

Consistent with the provisions of the American with Disabilities Act (ADA), applicants may request accommodations needed to participate in the application process.

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