Controller

Javaheri & Yahoudai A Professional Law Corporation

$115K — $165K *
Legal & Accounting
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of accounting/finance experience in a law firm setting
  • Bachelor's or Master's in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • CPA or CMA certification preferred
  • Advanced proficiency in Litify and QuickBooks (QB)
  • In-depth knowledge of trust accounting and bar compliance
  • Exceptional attention to detail and analytical skills
  • Strong communication skills for collaboration across teams

Responsibilities

  • Oversee all financial operations and ensure compliance with regulations
  • Develop and implement accounting policies to improve efficiency
  • Prepare and analyze budgets and cash flow statements for decision-making
  • Monitor financial performance indicators and provide insights
  • Collaborate for timely billing, payments, and compliance
  • Leverage technology to manage financial data and reporting
  • Maintain compliance with trust accounting and financial obligations

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Employer-paid parking at a convenient location
  • Opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic firm
  • Flexible scheduling for improved work-life balance
Full Job Description
Location: Century City, CA | Schedule: Full-Time, Onsite

At J&Y Law, we fight for justice every day on behalf of those who need it most. As one of California's leading plaintiff's law firms, we are seeking a Controller to oversee and elevate our financial operations. This is a confidential search for a highly skilled financial professional with law firm experience who thrives in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

If you have expertise in Litify and QuickBooks (QB), combined with a deep understanding of legal accounting practices, we invite you to explore this exceptional opportunity.

Why Join J&Y Law?

We value our team and offer outstanding perks to support your success and well-being:

  • Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Free Parking: Convenient Century City location with employer-paid parking
  • Career Development: Opportunities for professional growth within a dynamic and expanding law firm
  • Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary and bonus potential
  • Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling designed to support your needs

What You'll Do

  • Oversee and manage all aspects of the firm's financial operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal industry regulations
  • Develop and implement accounting policies and internal controls to strengthen operational efficiency
  • Prepare and analyze budgets, forecasts, and cash flow statements to guide leadership decision-making
  • Monitor and report on key financial performance indicators (KPIs), providing actionable insights
  • Collaborate with attorneys, vendors, and stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate billing, payments, and trust accounting compliance
  • Leverage Litify and QuickBooks (QB) to manage financial data and create robust reporting systems
  • Maintain compliance with state bar rules, trust accounting (IOLTA) requirements, and other firm-specific financial obligations

What We're Looking For

  • Law Firm Expertise: Minimum 5 years of accounting/finance experience in a law firm setting (required)
  • Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • Credentials: CPA or CMA certification strongly preferred
  • Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency with Litify, QuickBooks (QB), Microsoft Excel, and financial reporting tools
  • Legal Accounting Knowledge: In-depth understanding of trust accounting, client fund management, and bar compliance
  • Attention to Detail: Exceptional accuracy, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills
  • Communication: Strong interpersonal and written communication skills to collaborate across teams and with external partners

Confidential Search

This is a confidential search. All inquiries and applications will be handled with the utmost discretion.

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you're ready to bring your financial expertise to a top-tier plaintiff's law firm and make a difference for clients every day, apply now to join our team at J&Y Law.

Compensation: $115,000.00 - $165,000.00 per year

Founded by attorneys Jason B. Javaheri and Yosi Yahoudai, the law firm of J&Y is committed to fighting for those who have been injured in an accident. Through our many years of personal injury practice, we know how difficult recovering can be as you try to get back to your normal routine. We will offer you our compassion and knowledge and give you peace of mind as we fight to obtain the compensation you deserve.

The law firm of J&Y serves clients in Los Angeles, San Diego, Orange County, San Bernardino County, San Francisco County, Sacramento County, and all of California. Our highly-skilled legal team will diligently serve your needs throughout the duration of your case.

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