Finance Director

FINANCE DIRECTOR

DuBois, Bryant & Campbell, LLP | Austin, Texas

Position Summary

DuBois, Bryant & Campbell, LLP is seeking an experienced Finance Director to lead and oversee all financial and accounting operations of the firm. Reporting to the firm's leadership, this individual will serve as the primary financial resource to the Managing Partner, Executive Director, and equity partners, providing financial leadership, operational oversight, and strategic analysis to support the firm's continued success.

The Finance Director will be responsible for the integrity of the firm's financial reporting, accounting operations, budgeting and forecasting, cash management, billing and collections, client trust accounting, and financial systems. The ideal candidate is a hands-on financial leader who can effectively balance day-to-day accounting oversight with high-level financial analysis, process improvement, and business partnership.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Reporting

• Oversee all accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, monthly close, and financial statement preparation.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, strong internal controls, and compliance with applicable accounting standards.
• Oversee cash management, banking relationships, liquidity planning, and cash flow forecasting.
• Coordinate annual financial reporting, tax-related schedules, and external CPA requests.

Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Analysis

• Lead the annual budgeting process and ongoing financial forecasting.
• Analyze financial performance, budget variances, revenue trends, operating expenses, and profitability.
• Develop financial models, reporting packages, and dashboards to support leadership and equity partner decision-making.
• Provide financial analysis related to partner distributions, compensation structures, attorney productivity, and firm profitability.

Billing, Revenue & Trust Accounting

• Oversee the firm's billing and collections processes, accounts receivable, client retainers, and revenue reconciliation.
• Ensure accurate reconciliation between billing systems, accounting records, and banking activity.
• Oversee client trust accounting and IOLTA compliance, including required reconciliations and internal controls.
• Establish and maintain policies and procedures governing client funds, retainers, and financial transactions.

Operations, Systems & Leadership

• Manage, develop, and mentor accounting and finance personnel.
• Establish and maintain financial policies, procedures, workflows, and internal controls.
• Oversee accounting, billing, and financial reporting systems, including technology enhancements and process automation.
• Partner with firm leadership and administrative personnel to improve operational efficiency and support strategic initiatives.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required; CPA or MBA preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting and financial management experience, including leadership or supervisory responsibilities.
• Experience in a law firm or professional services environment strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls.
• Experience with complex billing and revenue cycles, cash management, and financial systems.
• Knowledge of client trust accounting and IOLTA requirements preferred.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience with accounting and financial reporting software.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and communicate financial information effectively to non-financial stakeholders.

Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will be a proactive, detail-oriented financial leader with strong business acumen and the ability to operate at both a strategic and transactional level. This individual will bring a high degree of ownership, accountability, and professionalism, with the ability to build relationships across the firm and serve as a trusted financial advisor to firm leadership.

Job Type: Full-time, In Office

Benefits:

·         7.5-Hour Workday

·         401(k)

·         401(k) Matching

·         Profit Sharing

·         Dental Insurance (optional)

·         Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

·         Health Insurance

·         Health Savings Account (HSA)

·         Life Insurance

·         Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance

·         Paid Parking

·         Paid Firm Holidays

·         Paid Time Off (PTO)

·         Parental Leave

·         Vision Insurance (optional)

·         Gym membership

The salary for this position is $150,000 to $180,000, commensurate with experience.

DuBois, Bryant & Campbell, LLP is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees.  We recruit, hire, train, promote, compensate, and administer all personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

TO APPLY:  Please submit your resume and cover letter to Employment@dbcllp.com.  In your application, please include your salary requirements and the amount of notice or transition time needed before joining DBC.