Assistant Controller

Axinn combines the skills, experience and dedication of the world's largest firms with the focus, responsiveness, efficiency and attention to client needs of the best boutiques. The Firm was established in the late 1990s by lawyers from premier Wall Street firms with a common vision: provide the highest level of service and strategic acumen in antitrust, intellectual property, and high-stakes litigation. Axinn’s lawyers have served as lead or co-lead counsel on nearly half a trillion dollars in transactions and, in the last 10 years alone, have handled more than 500 litigations.

The Firm’s Assistant Controller assists in accounting operations of the firm including, but not limited to, General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Tax, Payroll, Partner Compensation administration, Treasury and Banking operations, and Regulatory reporting and compliance.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Continuously monitor, review, and enhance internal controls required for proper accounting and recording of business transactions. Set up general ledger codes to accurately capture costs and to assist the firm in its profitability analysis.
• Assist in preparation of monthly financial statements and analytical review of actual results to budget and prior year.
• Oversee Accounts Payable including vendor details, recording of invoices, ensuring tax compliance and paying vendors on a timely basis while keeping an eye on firm cash flow. 
• Develop a robust system to capture, report, and file sales and use taxes.
• Ensure timely reimbursement of firm employee expenses and payment to credit card providers.
• Liaise with outside tax consultant to ensure firm compliance with various payroll; income; and sales and use tax regulations. Assist in reviewing and issuing partner K-1’s and other firm and employee tax filings.
• Manage all payroll for Partners and employees including Partner Draw, Bonuses, Distributions, Taxes, and Retirement Contributions.  Manage all   Employee Pay, Deductions, Benefits, and Retirement Contributions. 
• Responsible for accuracy of banking transactions and ensuring compliance with covenants and associated reporting.
• Identify opportunities for automation and software upgrades and acts as project manager for implementation. 
• Work with outside accounting firm for audit/review of firm financials.
• 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 including partnership accounting, K-1s  and Capital Account analysis required. 
• Management experience including employee development and annual reviews
• 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.
• 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
• Fitness/Gym dues 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 will be commensurate with the incumbent’s experience, with a targeted hiring range of $120,000.00 – $150,000.00 annually (the upper range reserved for highly qualified applicants). This position is currently available in our CT office location only.

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