Deputy Director of Finance and Accounting

About the position

The Deputy Director of Finance and Accounting at Williams & Connolly LLP is a leadership role responsible for overseeing the firm's financial and accounting functions. This position collaborates closely with senior leadership to implement fiscal strategies and ensure operational excellence in finance-related areas. The Deputy Director leads a team of finance professionals, manages critical financial processes, and serves as a strategic advisor to the firm's leadership, driving financial goals and outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the financial and accounting functions of the firm, ensuring operational excellence.
• Monitor changes in state income tax laws and ensure timely filing and payment of taxes.
• Supervise the billing team to ensure timely and accurate client billing.
• Manage financial reporting, payroll, expense reimbursement, trust & escrow, treasury, and accounts receivable functions.
• Direct cash disbursement functions, including processing payments and vendor management.
• Oversee qualified retirement plans and ensure compliance with IRS and DOL requirements.
• Administer the unfunded retirement plan for retired partners.
• Prepare finance-related reports and analyses for management.
• Supervise the preparation of the annual budget for the firm.
• Plan and organize the firm's annual audit of financial statements and internal controls.

Requirements

• Master of Business Administration or Certified Public Accountant.
• Ten years or more of progressive experience in a management position in finance and accounting, preferably in a law firm.
• Expert knowledge in financial management, regulatory reporting, budgeting, and internal control policies.
• Excellent leadership skills and ability to manage a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong communication and influencing skills with the ability to build consensus.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.
• Superb technology skills, including proficiency in accounting software.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in a professional services or publicly-held organization.
• Ability to foster a culture of agility and innovation.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Hybrid work schedule after introductory period