Nixon Peabody LLP
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Nixon Peabody LLP . The Controller is responsible for the accuracy of the firm’s financial statements. This position manages Accounting and Payroll professionals and works closely with the General Counsel’s office to protect the interests of the firm, ensure compliance, and reduce the risk of fraud. The Controller is a senior member of the Finance team and assists the Chief Financial Officer with overall firm financial leadership. A hybrid work schedule is available for this position. This position reports to the Chief Financial Officer and directly supervises the Assistant Controller and the Manager, Payroll and Partner Compensation. Location: Boston, MA; Chicago, IL; Melville, NY; New York City, NY; Providence, RI; Rochester, NY; Washington, DC. To perform this job successfully, you must be able to perform each essential job responsibility listed above, satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation. Nixon Peabody retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position. Responsibilities
General Accounting and Financial Operations
Manages core financial functions: General Accounting, Accounts Payable, Partner Compensation, Payroll, & Payroll Compliance. Responsible for the development, implementation, and compliance with the firm’s finance policies. Manages and forecasts the firm’s daily cashflow ensuring that firm debt is consistently minimized. Leads monthly and calendar and fiscal year-end closing processes, including scenario modeling and what-if and risk communication to the CFO.
Audit, Compliance, and Risk Management
Manages all firm domestic and international audits, including auditor selection and partnership. Oversees banking relationships for multiple firm accounts and client trust accounts, including international accounts. Assists firm attorneys as needed on client trust account use and controls. Collaborates closely with the Tax department to ensure all financial activities consider tax implications and compliance requirements. Develops and maintains procedures, communications, and education programs to reduce financial fraud risk, monitoring industry trends and implementing controls.
Budgeting, Analysis, and Expenditure Oversight
Manages the Controller group’s budget, including depreciation, amortization, bank fees, etc. Collaborates with all Finance leaders to gain a comprehensive understanding of departmental budgets, assessing the impact on financial statements and expenditure approvals. Attends annual budget meetings and quarterly budget review meetings to actively participate in budget planning and monitor progress. Prepares various partner compensation analyses for potential lateral partners as well as proposed changes to the firm’s partner compensation model. Acts as a key approver of large firm expenditures.
Strategic Leadership and Process Improvement
Handles complex and sensitive issues such as fraud investigations, potential merger analyses and potential business changes, providing recommendations and action plans. Develops and oversees strategies for process improvements and problem resolution. Drives continuous improvement and best practices in accounting, payroll, procurement, and tax operations, staying current with new market, economic, regulatory, and business trends.
Team Leadership and Culture
Leads the team’s engagement program, fostering a team-oriented, client-focused culture. Collaborates closely with leader and peers to identify and implement initiatives that improve satisfaction scores, ensuring a high level of engagement and professional excellence across the finance department.
Additional Leadership Roles
Serves as Treasurer of Nixon Peabody Trust Company Serves as Chief Officer for Finance and Administration (COFA) for Nixon Peabody International. Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum of 10 years in a financial leadership role. Law or professional service experience is a plus. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance. Preferred MBA and/or CPA. Thorough knowledge of accounting principles. Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. Strong management and employee development skills. Strategic thought leadership. Strong computer proficiency and excellent mathematical skills; Advanced level proficiency in Excel. Compensation and Benefits
Anticipated annual salary range by location is provided below. In addition to a standard benefits package, this role may be eligible for additional contingent compensation based on performance, location, experience, education, and qualifications. The salary ranges are Nixon Peabody’s good faith estimates as of the posting date: Providence, RI: $178,500 to $275,000 Rochester, NY: $178,500 to $275,000 Boston, MA: $196,500 to $302,500 Chicago, IL: $196,500 to $302,500 Washington, DC: $196,500 to $302,500 Long Island, NY: $216,000 to $332,750 New York, NY: $216,000 to $332,750 Equal Opportunity
Nixon Peabody LLP is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer: Disability / Veteran. Nixon Peabody is committed to a fair workplace and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. To comply with Federal law, Nixon Peabody participates in E-Verify. All newly hired employees are verified through the DHS/SSA system. Please refer to the Notice of E-Verify Participation on the Nixon Peabody Careers page for more information.
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Join to apply for the
Controller - Professional Services
role at
Nixon Peabody LLP . The Controller is responsible for the accuracy of the firm’s financial statements. This position manages Accounting and Payroll professionals and works closely with the General Counsel’s office to protect the interests of the firm, ensure compliance, and reduce the risk of fraud. The Controller is a senior member of the Finance team and assists the Chief Financial Officer with overall firm financial leadership. A hybrid work schedule is available for this position. This position reports to the Chief Financial Officer and directly supervises the Assistant Controller and the Manager, Payroll and Partner Compensation. Location: Boston, MA; Chicago, IL; Melville, NY; New York City, NY; Providence, RI; Rochester, NY; Washington, DC. To perform this job successfully, you must be able to perform each essential job responsibility listed above, satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation. Nixon Peabody retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position. Responsibilities
General Accounting and Financial Operations
Manages core financial functions: General Accounting, Accounts Payable, Partner Compensation, Payroll, & Payroll Compliance. Responsible for the development, implementation, and compliance with the firm’s finance policies. Manages and forecasts the firm’s daily cashflow ensuring that firm debt is consistently minimized. Leads monthly and calendar and fiscal year-end closing processes, including scenario modeling and what-if and risk communication to the CFO.
Audit, Compliance, and Risk Management
Manages all firm domestic and international audits, including auditor selection and partnership. Oversees banking relationships for multiple firm accounts and client trust accounts, including international accounts. Assists firm attorneys as needed on client trust account use and controls. Collaborates closely with the Tax department to ensure all financial activities consider tax implications and compliance requirements. Develops and maintains procedures, communications, and education programs to reduce financial fraud risk, monitoring industry trends and implementing controls.
Budgeting, Analysis, and Expenditure Oversight
Manages the Controller group’s budget, including depreciation, amortization, bank fees, etc. Collaborates with all Finance leaders to gain a comprehensive understanding of departmental budgets, assessing the impact on financial statements and expenditure approvals. Attends annual budget meetings and quarterly budget review meetings to actively participate in budget planning and monitor progress. Prepares various partner compensation analyses for potential lateral partners as well as proposed changes to the firm’s partner compensation model. Acts as a key approver of large firm expenditures.
Strategic Leadership and Process Improvement
Handles complex and sensitive issues such as fraud investigations, potential merger analyses and potential business changes, providing recommendations and action plans. Develops and oversees strategies for process improvements and problem resolution. Drives continuous improvement and best practices in accounting, payroll, procurement, and tax operations, staying current with new market, economic, regulatory, and business trends.
Team Leadership and Culture
Leads the team’s engagement program, fostering a team-oriented, client-focused culture. Collaborates closely with leader and peers to identify and implement initiatives that improve satisfaction scores, ensuring a high level of engagement and professional excellence across the finance department.
Additional Leadership Roles
Serves as Treasurer of Nixon Peabody Trust Company Serves as Chief Officer for Finance and Administration (COFA) for Nixon Peabody International. Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum of 10 years in a financial leadership role. Law or professional service experience is a plus. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance. Preferred MBA and/or CPA. Thorough knowledge of accounting principles. Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. Strong management and employee development skills. Strategic thought leadership. Strong computer proficiency and excellent mathematical skills; Advanced level proficiency in Excel. Compensation and Benefits
Anticipated annual salary range by location is provided below. In addition to a standard benefits package, this role may be eligible for additional contingent compensation based on performance, location, experience, education, and qualifications. The salary ranges are Nixon Peabody’s good faith estimates as of the posting date: Providence, RI: $178,500 to $275,000 Rochester, NY: $178,500 to $275,000 Boston, MA: $196,500 to $302,500 Chicago, IL: $196,500 to $302,500 Washington, DC: $196,500 to $302,500 Long Island, NY: $216,000 to $332,750 New York, NY: $216,000 to $332,750 Equal Opportunity
Nixon Peabody LLP is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer: Disability / Veteran. Nixon Peabody is committed to a fair workplace and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. To comply with Federal law, Nixon Peabody participates in E-Verify. All newly hired employees are verified through the DHS/SSA system. Please refer to the Notice of E-Verify Participation on the Nixon Peabody Careers page for more information.
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