Law Firm Controller

How to Manage a Small Law Firm

• $110K — $145K *
Miami, FL 33186In-Person
Legal & Accounting
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in a Controller or senior-level finance/accounting role
  • Expertise in financial analysis, forecasting, and KPI management
  • Demonstrated success in enhancing profitability and cash flow
  • Experience in managing client relationships or leading teams
  • Ability to simplify and communicate complex financial concepts
  • Background in small businesses or entrepreneurial ventures is strongly preferred
  • Experience in the professional services or law firm sector is advantageous

Responsibilities

  • Lead monthly financial strategy discussions with law firm clients
  • Analyze financial statements and key performance indicators
  • Build and interpret financial dashboards for clients
  • Prepare cash flow forecasts and identify potential financial risks
  • Transform financial data into actionable insights and recommendations
  • Coach clients on developing better financial habits and accountability

Benefits

  • Fully remote work environment with some evening hours
  • Opportunity to advise a diverse client base of small law firms
  • Collaboration with a team of experienced executives and professionals
  • Flexible work schedule allowing for work-life balance
  • Potential for role growth and performance bonuses through client roster management
Full Job Description
Location Requirement: This is a remote position, but we can only hire candidates who reside in AZ, CO, FL, GA, ID, IL, LA, MD, MI, MO, NC, NE, NJ, NY, OH, OR, PA, TN, TX, VA, WA, or WV.

We're looking for an experienced Fractional Controller to help solo law firm owners understand their numbers, improve profitability, and make smarter financial decisions.

You'll advise a roster of 40 clients as part of a Fractional Executive Team of CEOs, COOs, CFOs, and Controllers.
What You'll Do
  • Lead monthly 1:1 financial strategy calls with clients
  • Analyze financial statements, KPIs, profitability, and cash flow
  • Build and interpret financial dashboards
  • Prepare short-term cash flow forecasts and identify risks
  • Turn financial data into clear, actionable recommendations
  • Coach clients toward stronger financial habits and accountability
What We're Looking For
  • Controller or senior-level accounting/finance experience
  • Strong financial analysis, forecasting, KPI, and dashboard experience
  • Proven results improving profitability, cash flow, or expenses
  • Experience managing teams or client relationships
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to explain financials simply
  • Small business or entrepreneurial experience strongly preferred
  • Professional services or law firm experience is a plus
The Details

Remote | Full-Time
Some evening availability and travel required.

Compensation: $110,000 to $145,000 total annual compensation, including base pay, roster-based earnings, additional projects, and projected bonuses.

If you're a hands-on financial leader who loves helping business owners turn their numbers into better decisions, we'd love to hear from you.

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