Controller - San Francisco, CA

LAW FIRM SERVING NONPROFITS
SEEKS CONTROLLER IN OUR SAN FRANCISCO OFFICE

Adler & Colvin is a nationally-esteemed firm with offices in San Francisco and Washington, D.C. Our more than twenty attorneys exclusively advise nonprofit entities and their funders, working daily to help our clients maximize their impact. Our clients work locally, nationally, and globally to further social justice, civil rights, environmental responsibility, education, health, and more. Our collaborative practice focuses on advising our clients on tax and corporate laws unique to the nonprofit sector, including nonprofit corporate structures and legal compliance, social enterprise, lobbying and political advocacy, international philanthropy, and much more. Although our area of practice is specific, the work we do is diverse, complex, and challenging. Our clients represent a wide spectrum of size, stage, and purpose, from small, newly launched grassroots advocacy organizations to large, established philanthropies. Our clients are committed to making a better and more equitable world, and they inspire us every day.

Adler & Colvin has an opening in our San Francisco office for a new member of our Finance team. We are looking for the following basic requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field, or equivalent professional experience, required.
• Five or more years of accounting or finance experience in a law firm or professional services environment strongly preferred; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Experience with law-firm accounting systems preferred (e.g., time and billing, trust accounting).
• Direct experience supervising, leading, and developing teams strongly preferred.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel required (e.g., managing spreadsheets, creating charts, and using advanced formulas).
• Understanding of accounting software strongly preferred and the ability to learn new software tools required.
• Strong understanding of GAAP accounting and principles strongly preferred.
• Solid knowledge of financial analysis and forecasting preferred.
• Experience with implementing enterprise resources planning and/or financial systems strongly preferred.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills.
• High level of discretion and professionalism when handling confidential information required.
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills strongly preferred.
• Ability to approach problems with a sense of ownership and enthusiasm, and an ability to pursue innovation in a collaborative, team environment, strongly preferred.
• Ability to work well with other members of the Firm and with outside vendors, consultants, and clients in a demanding environment required.

A day in the life of the Controller includes the following activities:

• Lead, develop, and manage the accounting and finance team, including performance management and professional development.
• Oversee all firm financial systems and operations, including general ledger, timekeeping, billing, collections, trust (IOLTA) accounting, and monthly/year-end close.
• Establish and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls for a multi-office law firm; ensure compliance with GAAP, tax, licensing, trust accounting, and state bar requirements.
• Manage cash flow, liquidity, banking relationships, treasury functions, and monitoring of operating and trust balances.
• Oversee accounts payable, vendor relationships, expense controls, payroll, benefits reconciliation, and required reporting.
• Support shareholder compensation, draw calculations, insurance programs, and risk management activities.
• Prepare and present financial statements, management reports, and analyses to inform leadership and monitor the firm’s financial condition.
• Partner with firm leadership on budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and performance analysis; develop and track key financial and business metrics.
• Coordinate audits, reviews, retirement plan compliance (including 5500s), discrimination testing, and other regulatory requirements.

Employment is contingent on a satisfactory background screen. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Adler & Colvin offers competitive compensation and generous benefits:

Compensation: $170,000 - $220,000 annually, depending on experience.

Health Plan: Kaiser, Blue Shield PPO, and HMO plan options with a national PPO network, along with dental and vision insurance. Adler & Colvin generously contributes toward the employee cost of group medical coverage.

Dental & Vision Plans: Adler & Colvin pays 100% of dental and vision premiums.

Basic Life/AD&D and Long-Term Disability Insurance: Adler & Colvin pays 100% of the premiums.

Paid Time Off: Competitive vacation accrual; designated paid holidays, paid floating holiday, and sick leave

Other Details: This is an on-site position in the San Francisco Office with the option to work remotely up to two days per week after an initial training period.

Adler and Colvin is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating a workplace that celebrates and reflects the diversity of our clients and our community. Applicants who contribute to this diversity are strongly encouraged to apply.