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Director Of Finance And Accounting

Hall & Evans, LLC, one of Denver's most established defense law firms has a full-time opening for a Director of Finance and Accounting in our Downtown Denver office. This position will work in the Accounting Department under the supervision of the Chief Operations and Financial Officer and will be responsible for the firm's overall financial management, including budgeting, accounting operations, financial planning and analysis, risk management, and trust/operating accounting compliance and administration. Oversees all aspects of the firm's financial, time, billing and collection systems. Manages accounting team.

The ideal candidate is an innovative forward-thinking financial and accounting executive with extensive law firm experience, exceptional technical proficiency, and proven leadership capabilities. This individual will be a trusted advisor to firm leadership, providing insight to significantly drive profitability, reshape and innovate accounting operations by incorporating generative artificial intelligence strategies, and uphold regulatory and ethical compliance.

Essential Duties and Required Knowledge

• Develop and execute the firm's financial strategies, aligning accounting operations with overall business objectives.
• Advise the Chief Operations and Financial Officer on fiscal trends, profitability metrics, and long-term financial performance.
• Lead the annual budget process in collaboration with the Chief Operations and Financial Officer and firm department heads, ensuring accuracy in revenue, expense, and capital forecasts, and tracking variances throughout the year providing clear analysis and actionable recommendations.
• Oversee and assist with all day-to-day accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, general ledger, and cash management.
• Review all day-to-day reimbursement requests and invoices via Emburse Enterprise.
• Manage trust and operating accounts in full compliance with IOLTA and applicable ethical obligations.
• Supervise and mentor the accounting team, promoting a culture of accountability, professional development, and continuous process improvement.
• Direct month-end and year-end closings, reconciliations (operating and trust accounts), and preparation of financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reports.
• Oversee timekeeping, billing, and collections systems to ensure accurate and timely client invoicing.
• Generate and analyze monthly A/R aging reports to track collections performance; collaborate with attorneys and collectors to resolve issues.
• Manage escalation of delinquent accounts and coordinate with outside collection agencies when required.
• Maintain robust internal controls to safeguard assets, ensure financial integrity, and prevent errors or fraud.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local tax laws and reporting requirements.
• Liaise with external auditors and tax advisors to ensure accurate filings and financial transparency.
• Maintain compliance with trust accounting rules and engage in regular internal audits to ensure adherence to ethical and regulatory standards.
• Partner with the Chief Operations and Financial Officer to manage firm banking relationships, cash flow forecasting, and investment of idle funds.
• Approve and verify wire transfers, expense reimbursements, and large disbursements to ensure proper authorization and accuracy.
• Monitor unapplied balances, trust funds, unbilled WIP, general ledger accounts, working capital, liquidity, and credit arrangements, optimizing cash utilization and risk management strategies.
• Deliver meaningful financial reports to firm leadership on performance, profitability by department and office, and productivity trends.
• Support long-term strategic initiatives with comprehensive data-driven insights.
• Continuously refine financial systems and reporting tools to enhance efficiency, reliability, and transparency.
• Completion of a minimum of 12 hours of Continuing Education annually.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required earned from a nationally accredited college or university.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) License, Certified Management Accountant (CMA), or Master of Business Administration (MBA) earned from a nationally accredited university (preferred credentials; at least one required or ability to obtain within 18-24 months of employment).
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a law firm or professional services firm of comparable scale.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting and finance leadership experience.
• In-depth knowledge of law firm accounting practices and software systems, including time and billing, document management, legal research, legal eDiscovery (e.g., Curo365, Oracle, Aderant, iManage, NetDocuments, Westlaw, LexisNexis, iCONECT, Everlaw, CSDISCO, RelativityOne, or similar).
• Exceptional analytical and quantitative skills, with the ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders.
• Strong leadership abilities with a record of building and motivating high-performing teams.
• Proven experience managing trust accounts, ensuring compliance with State Bar Associations and IOLTA regulations.
• Proficiency in budgeting, profitability analysis, financial forecasting, and performance measurement.
• High integrity, sound judgment, and discretion in handling sensitive and confidential information.
• Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills; experience with payroll systems and processing.
• Effective communicator, verbal and written, with persistence to deal with difficult clients.
• Positive attitude, highly motivated with an ability to work independently.
• Attention to detail and highly organized.

The hiring range for this position is $145,000 $165,000 annually, DOE and credentials.

This position will be posted until July 31, 2026.

Are we the right fit for you? We are a firm that offers:

• Financial stability;
• Great benefits, many that are 100% paid by the Firm;
• A professional work environment, yet has a casual dress code, in a modern office setting;
• A culture that is respectful and collegial;
• Onsite training to promote a continuous learning environment, and;
• Current technology and our own in-house IT professionals.
• On-site gym, free to building employees.

Hall & Evans, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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