Controller

Incisive. Inclusive. Invested. We’re Axinn.

Experienced, tenacious, and always trial-ready, we are committed to understanding complex legal challenges that impact the future of our clients' businesses, globally.

Focusing on antitrust, intellectual property, and high-stakes litigation, our extensive teams in the U.S. possess deep knowledge and client-side experience across a range of sectors, including technology, healthcare, life sciences, and consumer products.

At Axinn, inclusivity is central to who we are. We have a purpose that goes beyond profit, which includes fostering a fair, welcoming workplace and supporting the communities where we live and work. We actively recognize talent and promote opportunities for all team members. By embracing the unique experiences and perspectives of our people, we fuel creativity and deliver results for our clients.

The Firm’s Controller oversees all accounting operations of the firm including, but not limited to, General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Tax, Payroll, Partner Compensation administration, Retirement Benefit administration, Client Billing and Collections, Treasury and banking operations, and Regulatory reporting and compliance.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Continuously monitor, review, and enhance internal controls required for proper book-keeping and recording of business transactions. Set up general ledger codes to accurately capture costs and to assist the firm in its profitability analysis.
• Manage vendor details, record invoices, ensure tax compliance and pay vendors in a timely basis while keeping an eye on firm cash flow. Ensure timely reimbursement of firm employee expenses and payment to credit card provider.
• Liaise with outside tax consultant to ensure firm compliance with various payroll; income; and sales and use tax regulations. Stay abreast with changes in regulations impacting firm and its partners and make recommendations for ensuring compliance.
• Responsible for issuing partner K-1’s and other firm and employee tax filings.
• Supervise exempt and non-exempt employee payroll including benefits and retirement contributions. Responsible for accurate processing of partner draws.
• Work in conjunction with the Client Value Manager to ensure accurate client billing rates; invoicing; and timely collections of outstanding receivables. Escalate issues related to overdue balances to appropriate people in the firm for a speedy resolution.
• Have the overall responsibility of administering banking transactions. Ensure compliance with covenants and associated reporting.
• Responsible for working with outside accounting firm for audit of firm financials.
• Lead technology-based solutions implementation for improving accounting processes.
• Formulate policies and implement procedures for improved internal controls related to accounting functions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education, Experience, and Skills Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, or closely related field required. CPA highly preferred.
• Direct experience in an accounting role, within a law firm or professional services organization required.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Effective time management skills, with the ability to handle a variety of tasks simultaneously and manage multiple projects while prioritizing assignments
• Ability to build rapport with attorneys, professional staff, and vendors
• Strong computer skills, including web-based research and proficiency in MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and various document management tools. Ability to learn and use new software quickly.
• Time and billing system like Elite; Aderant; or another ERP.
• Payroll systems like ADP.
• Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently but within a team environment
• Exceptional critical thinking and problem solving skills, along with the demonstrated ability to be a change/thought leader within the organization.

Benefits

At Axinn, we offer market competitive wages and generous benefit options to our valued employees. This includes, but is not limited to, the following:

• Competitive starting pay and annual discretionary bonus and raise eligibility
• Generous paid time off benefits (vacation, personal days, holidays, and sick leave)
• Firm paid short and long-term disability, plus life and accident insurance
• 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan and Cash Balance Retirement Plan with generous employer contributions (please ask for further details re: eligibility requirements)
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts (medical plan dependent)
• Firm paid comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Student loan refinancing discounts
• Lifestyle reimbursement program
• Hybrid remote work schedules are available for most employees (per current policy, in-office presence is required at least 3-days per week and fully remote roles are not available)

Position Details

This is a full-time, benefits eligible, exempt level position. Final rate of pay and title will be commensurate with the incumbent’s experience, with a targeted hiring range of $177,000 - $210,000 for CT, $200,000 - $234,000 for DC and $215,000 - $253,000 for NY (the upper range reserved for highly qualified applicants). This position is currently available in either our NY, CT, or DC office locations.

Axinn is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to creating an environment that draws upon the strength of the diversity of its workforce to achieve excellence in the Firm's field and beyond