A highly respected professional services firm in Los Angeles is seeking a Director of Finance & Accounting to lead its finance and accounting operations across the firm. This executive-level role offers the opportunity to drive financial strategy, oversee operational effectiveness, and support long-term business growth in a dynamic, high-performance environment.

**$200-$240K + discretionary bonus**

**Hybrid 3 days/week in office

The ideal candidate will be an experienced CPA with a strong background in finance leadership within legal, accounting/consulting, or similarly professional services industries. This position manages a large team of finance & accounting professionals.

sponsibilities:

• Lead all finance and accounting operations including reporting, budgeting, treasury, audit, cash flow, fixed assets, and accounts payable
• Oversee month-end and year-end close, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of financial statements
• Develop and manage annual budgets and provide regular financial analysis and variance reporting
• Coordinate with external tax advisors on filings and compliance; stay current on applicable tax laws and regulations
• Ensure accurate and timely payment of partner compensation in collaboration with internal teams
• Strengthen internal financial controls, policies, and reporting structures
• Manage banking and vendor relationships; represent the firm in financial matters as needed
• Identify and implement process improvements and technology enhancements to drive efficiency
• Collaborate cross-functionally with leadership and department heads to align financial strategies with business goals
• Mentor and lead finance staff, fostering a culture of accountability, excellence, and professional development

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of progressive finance and accounting leadership experience
• Prior experience in legal, consulting, or professional services industries strongly preferred
• CPA required; MBA or advanced degree highly desirable
• Deep expertise in general ledger, budgeting, forecasting, cash management, audit, and internal controls
• Proven success in managing finance teams and delivering operational improvements
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial data to non-financial stakeholders
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, matrixed environment with multiple stakeholders