Job Description

Company Overview

Since its beginning in 1857, Carlsmith Ball LLP continues its tradition of providing top-notch legal services to a wide range of local, mainland, and international clients. As a multi-service law firm with offices located on Hawaii Island, Maui, and Oahu, we practice in a variety of areas including Real Estate and Land Use, Corporate and Business Formation, Tax and Estate Planning, and Civil Litigation.

Summary

We are seeking an experienced, highly skilled and hands-on Controller to oversee and manage our Accounting Department and the financial operations of our firm. The ideal candidate has strong technical skills and expertise as well as leadership and mentoring capabilities to develop current staff.

Job Responsibilities

Manage all aspects of the Accounting department functions, including AP, AR, Billing, Trust & Financial Reporting, etc. with the assistance of our Accounting Manager. Monitor and verify internal controls and proper accounting policies are exercised to maintain confidentiality and safeguard firm's assets and integrity of data. Ensure compliance with firm policies, procedures, State and Federal laws, and rules and regulations of regulatory agencies. Review billing activities, including collection efforts, based on requests by Billing Attorneys and manager-approved invoices for proper GL coding and approve for payment. Respond to internal & external requests or inquiries regarding various matters or issues relating to the Business Office. Work on annual financial audit/reviews, tax preparation, and semi-annual banking compliance reports with outside consultants. Financial strategic planning in coordination with firm leadership goals and business objectives. Prepare cash flow projections, budget/forecast reports and any other reports requested by the Chair or Executive Committee. Communicate with Attorneys, legal and administrative staff, clients and others by phone and email. With Accounting Manager, supervises and mentors staff and supports all Business Office functions, as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in accounting or finance or related field.

Experience: Minimum 10 years accounting experience. Accounting experience dealing with professional partnerships (i.e., accounting firm, law firm, physician's group, etc.) a plus. Minimum 5 years staff supervisory experience.

Certification: CPA license (Active or Inactive) preferred.

Skills & Abilities

Meticulous attention to detail and extremely organized to effectively manage multiple tasks and prioritize workload effectively. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent critical thinking skills. Thorough understanding of GAAP and applicable regulations. Highly skilled in math, accounting, and financial processes. Computer literate - Proficient in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and Outlook and Adobe. Excellent verbal and written communication skills in order to communicate with internal and external partners. Dependable with strong work ethic to produce results. Able to work independently and collaboratively - self-starter. Resourceful. Professional with a high level of integrity required. Preferred but not required: knowledge of Aderant, Access, Power Point.
We offer competitive compensation based on experience, coupled with an excellent benefits package.

Please email your resume, cover letter, and salary expectations for consideration.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Profit sharing Referral program Vision insurance
Work Location: In person