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Our client is seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to join their Irvine, CA team.
The Assistant Controller will be responsible for ensuring the safekeeping of clients’ IOLTA funds by monitoring trust accounts, keeping meticulous records, and reconciling accounts. They will review financial documents for discrepancies, unauthorized transactions, or errors, and maintain proper trust‑account records.
This role requires adherence to the highest standards of accounting best practices, overseeing financial operations, ensuring compliance, and driving process improvements. It requires a passion for accounting and finance to contribute to the success of the founding partners.
Responsibilities
Oversee all financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
Prepare and present accurate financial reports to senior management and stakeholders
Ensure compliance with accounting principles, regulations, and company policies
Manage the month‑end and year‑end close process, including financial statement preparation and analysis
Implement and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to drive process improvements and cost efficiencies
Supervise and mentor a team of accounting professionals
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field; CPA designation preferred
7–10 years of progressive experience in accounting or finance, with at least 2 years in a managerial role
Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards
Proficient in financial management systems and advanced MS Excel skills
Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills
Ability to work in a fast‑paced, deadline–driven environment
Experience in IOLTA accounting is a huge plus
Compensation The firm offers a competitive salary range of
$95,000 - $150,000+
plus benefits and bonuses (DOE). We look forward to reviewing your resume and starting a dialogue.
Benefits
Medical insurance
Vision insurance
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Accounting/Auditing, Legal, and Finance
Industries
Legal Services and Accounting
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The Assistant Controller will be responsible for ensuring the safekeeping of clients’ IOLTA funds by monitoring trust accounts, keeping meticulous records, and reconciling accounts. They will review financial documents for discrepancies, unauthorized transactions, or errors, and maintain proper trust‑account records.
This role requires adherence to the highest standards of accounting best practices, overseeing financial operations, ensuring compliance, and driving process improvements. It requires a passion for accounting and finance to contribute to the success of the founding partners.
Responsibilities
Oversee all financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
Prepare and present accurate financial reports to senior management and stakeholders
Ensure compliance with accounting principles, regulations, and company policies
Manage the month‑end and year‑end close process, including financial statement preparation and analysis
Implement and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to drive process improvements and cost efficiencies
Supervise and mentor a team of accounting professionals
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field; CPA designation preferred
7–10 years of progressive experience in accounting or finance, with at least 2 years in a managerial role
Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards
Proficient in financial management systems and advanced MS Excel skills
Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills
Ability to work in a fast‑paced, deadline–driven environment
Experience in IOLTA accounting is a huge plus
Compensation The firm offers a competitive salary range of
$95,000 - $150,000+
plus benefits and bonuses (DOE). We look forward to reviewing your resume and starting a dialogue.
Benefits
Medical insurance
Vision insurance
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Accounting/Auditing, Legal, and Finance
Industries
Legal Services and Accounting
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