Controller

Work Arrangement: Full-time, remote (Atlanta-based).

Fisher Phillips, a premier international labor and employment law firm, is seeking an experienced Controller to oversee the firm’s financial operations and lead a high-performing finance team. This key leadership role ensures the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting, supports strategic initiatives, and partners closely with senior leadership. The position reports to the Senior Director of Finance.

Key Responsibilities

General Ledger Function

• Generate and review financial statements for the Firm and all subsidiaries.
• Oversee and coordinate the month-end close process to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
• Manage all aspects of month-end close, including the roll forward of system dates.
• Supervise the upload of payroll data into the General Ledger.
• Review and reconcile all intercompany transactions between the Firm and subsidiaries.
• Ensure all time entries are released prior to month-end closing activities.
• Record capital contributions and maintain accurate supporting documentation.
• Record and balance monthly and year-end accruals.
• Manage the general ledger year-end close process.
• Prepare and record year-end entries for partner distributions and bonus pool accruals.
• Coordinate year-end audit activities with PwC and produce the audited financial package.
• Review and approve account reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Generate SQL reports to support reconciliations and financial analysis.
• Evaluate and enhance internal control procedures to improve efficiency and compliance.
• Review and approve high-value expenditures, including rent payments, trust disbursements, major medical funding, and client reimbursements.

Treasury Function

• Hold bank authority to initiate cash transfers and set up international electronic payments.
• Monitor and report on credit line activity, ensuring accuracy and timely updates.
• Oversee daily processing of all bank-related decisions, including approvals, rejections, and positive pay exceptions.

Financial System/Security

• Maintain the integrity of the Aderant financial system in partnership with the Financial Systems team to ensure optimal performance.
• Manage and update the chart of accounts, financial reports, reporting templates, and other related system components as needed.

Other

• Supervise a team of 9, including 4 Accountants and 5 clerical staff, and conduct annual performance reviews.
• Review, generate, and analyze daily operational and financial reports.
• Lead and participate in ad hoc projects and special initiatives as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification required.
• Experience with intercompany accounting required.
• Supervisory or team leadership experience is preferred.
• International accounting experience preferred.
• Experience with Aderant or Elite 3 financial systems preferred.
• Knowledge of QuickBooks preferred.
• Experience in a law firm or professional services environment preferred.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Fisher Phillips is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including related medical conditions), gender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age, disability, or any other protected status, in compliance with all applicable laws.

Why Join Us

At Fisher Phillips, exceptional talent is the foundation of our success. Joining our team means collaborating in a professional, dynamic environment leveraging cutting-edge technology. Our leadership fosters professional growth and provides opportunities to challenge yourself.

Our comprehensive benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with profit sharing, 18 days of vacation, accrue 10 sick days each calendar year and 10 paid holidays per benefit year. Wellness programs and 24/7 telehealth services support your overall well-being. Visit www.fisherphillips.com to learn more.

Additional Notes

The statements in this position description are not necessarily all-inclusive. Additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned, and requirements may vary from time to time.

Relocation costs are not covered. We are only accepting direct applicants; third-party recruiters or agencies will not be considered. No phone inquiries, please.