Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Description

Job Title: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Reports To: Executive Committee

Job Type: Full-Time

About Us: Monge & Associates is a premier law firm specializing in Personal Injury matter. With a commitment to excellence and a client-centric approach, we provide high-quality legal services to a diverse range of clients. We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join our leadership team and contribute to our continued growth and success.

Position Summary: The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) will be responsible for managing the financial actions of the firm. This includes tracking cash flow, financial planning, analyzing the firm's financial strengths and weaknesses, and proposing strategic directions. The CFO will work closely with Executive leadership to develop and implement strategies to ensure the firm's financial health and growth.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Financial Strategy and Planning: 
   • Develop and execute the firm’s       financial strategy.
   • Lead long-term budgetary planning       and cost management in alignment with the firm's strategic plan.
   • Provide strategic recommendations       to enhance financial performance and new business opportunities.
2. Financial Management: 
   • Oversee all aspects of financial       operations, including accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
   • Manage the processes for financial       forecasting and budgets and oversee the preparation of all financial       reporting.
   • Ensure that effective internal       controls are in place and ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable       federal, state, and local regulatory laws and rules for financial and tax       reporting.
3. Operational Efficiency: 
   • Optimize the firm's financial       performance and strategic position.
   • Develop tools and systems to       provide critical financial and operational information to the Managing       Partner and Executive Committee and make actionable recommendations on       both strategy and operations.
4. Leadership and Development: 
   • Lead and mentor the finance and       accounting team.
   • Promote a culture of high       performance and continuous improvement that values learning and a       commitment to quality.
5. Risk Management: 
   • Identify and manage business risks       and insurance requirements.
   • Oversee the firm’s risk management       and compliance framework, ensuring adherence to legal and regulatory       requirements.
6. Relationship Management: 
   • Maintain relationships with       external auditors and banks.
   • Act as the point of contact for       financial issues with clients, vendors, and external parties.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, or related      field; MBA or CPA preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a senior financial      managerial position, preferably in a law firm or professional services      environment.
• Strong knowledge of corporate financial law and risk      management practices.
• Proficient in the use of MS Office and financial      management software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage).
• Excellent analytical, reasoning, and problem-solving      skills.
• Strong leadership skills with a proven ability to      manage and mentor a team.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and      verbal.

Competencies:

• Strategic Vision and Agility: Ability to think      strategically, anticipate future consequences and trends, and incorporate      them into the organizational plan.
• Leadership and Navigation: Strong leadership      capabilities with an ability to inspire and build a high-performance team.
• Financial Acumen: Comprehensive knowledge of financial      reporting, accounting, and finance law.
• Business Acumen: Ability to understand the firm's      business model and adapt financial strategies to support its growth.
• Decision Making: Proven ability to make complex      decisions and solve complex problems.
• Communication Proficiency: Excellent interpersonal,      negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.

Why Join Us:

• Top Places to Work 
• Best paying job of your life
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A collaborative and supportive environment.
• The chance to work with a dynamic and diverse team of      professionals.
• One of Most Influential Law Firms in America – Trial      Magazine 
• Voted Best Law Firm by American Institute of Trial      Lawyers
• Highest Google Rating among law firms with more than      200 members

How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit their resume, cover letter, and references to email [email protected]. Please include "CFO Application - [Your Name]" in the subject line.

Monge & Associates is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.