Established in 1878, The Los Angeles County Bar Association (LACBA) is one of the largest voluntary bar associations in the United States with an annual budget $7M over 16,000 members and 30 law practice sections.

The Controller is the lead for the finance team and serves as part of the executive office staff. This person will oversee all association financial functions, including accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, financial analysis, income taxes, and the annual review/audit and will work closely with the Executive Director/CEO, the Director of Administration and Department Heads, the volunteer Board of Trustees, and Section Chairs in performing short and long-term financial planning and analysis aimed at identifying risks and opportunities in alignment with LACBA's investments, policies, and goals.

This is a hybrid position requiring at least two days a week in the office located in downtown Los Angeles.

SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS:

Direct and evaluate fiscal functions within LACBA's structure, appropriate for a 501(c)(6) organization.

Work with Department heads, Executive Director, and Finance Committee Chair to draft LACBA's annual budget.

Review LACBA's financial, budgeting, and administrative processes continuously, with the ongoing goal of process and outcome improvements.

Prepare and present monthly financial presentations to the executive team, the Board and others as needed

Periodically meet with the stakeholders to establish relationships and develop a clear understanding of how finance supports each of these areas.

Develop a comprehensive understanding and assessment of LACBA's financial systems and processes

Manage internal finance department employee(s)

Collaborate and coordinate with audit/review accounting personnel

Staff lead to the LACBA Finance Committee and serve as the liaison between the investment advisor and the Finance Committee

Create and maintain effective financial, accounting, and internal control systems and safeguards for receipt of revenue, costs, and Section finances and expenditures

Responsible for A/R, A/P, monthly closes, and reconciliations within a timely manner as directed by the Executive Director/CEO and Board

Enhance the metrics and measures used to analyze the organization, develop financial dashboards, and oversee the financial software integration with Member Central AMS.

Advise the Executive Director/CEO and the Board on financial matters

Develop a full understanding of the financial workings of LACBA and how finance supports the operations and mission of the bar

Manage cash flow including review and approval of weekly disbursements, ACH and wire transfers

Maintain strong internal controls over all accounting cycles

Regularly review and recommend updates to LACBA's fiscal policies and procedures

The annual independent review or audit and notes to the financial statements

Analyze financial data and present accurate and timely financial reports; clearly communicate monthly and annual financial statements; monitor progress and changes; and keep the Executive Director/CEO informed on LACBA's financial status

Review, update, and propose new policies and procedures, as needed

Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

A 4-year degree in finance, accounting, business administration or related field, Certified Public Accountant, a plus.

Extensive experience with nonprofit organizations, including tax related matters and governance

Minimum of ten years (10) of accounting experience with Three (3) years in a non-profit environment, five (5) years in a leadership role in finance, accounting management with supervising staff and audit.

Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of GAAP accounting, including a strong background in general ledger, (A/R and A/P), audit, taxes, investments, and analytics as well as standards specific to nonprofit organizations.

Critical thinking: making decisions with intention, reflection, and reason; clarifying purpose, evaluating alternatives, and analyzing risks.

Demonstrated ability to make decisions driven both by data and an understanding of the organization, culture, and priorities.

Experience with mid-level financial software systems preferred

Experience working with/managing volunteers preferred

Ability to deliver on-time and within budget approved projects within established parameters using judgment and related work experience in executing responsibilities

Ability to develop and lead annual budgets and forecasts

Results oriented management skills, ability to set and enforce priorities and deadlines. Proven track record as an implementer who can effectively lead a variety of key initiatives concurrently and will work independently to get the job done

Ability to manage numerous and varied complex projects and deadlines simultaneously

Strong creative, strategic, analytical, organizational, and troubleshooting skills

In-person attendance at major LACBA meetings and events expected

Experience with Payroll Software

Medium to advance excel skills as well as other Microsoft products.

Experience with complicated bank reconciliation, consolidations financials and depreciation

SALARY AND BENEFITS

Salary Range: $110,000 - $130,000 per year depending on experience

401(K) Annual Contribution
Health, Dental and Life Insurance
12 Paid Holidays, Birthday, and Work Anniversary
Paid Vacation and Sick Time

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Target start date in late July 2025. To be considered please submit your cover letter and resume to:

Stan Bissey
Executive Director and CEO

ED@LACBA.org