Chief Financial Officer

CR Legal Team is accepting applications for a

Chief Financial Officer

in Raleigh, North Carolina

Do you have a passion for creating financial strategy that supports a team helping people navigate one of the most difficult times they have ever experienced?

Do you thrive working on a collaborative team?

We are that TEAM!

CR Legal Team is searching for a passionate, energetic, and experienced Chief Financial Officer. Come join our Team and together we will be a force in advocating for our clients.

About Our Team:

CR Commitment! CR Results!

We're Over 30 Years Strong and We're Just Getting Started! CR Legal Team cares deeply for our clients, our communities, and our fellow team members. We remain 100% vested in the health, wellness, and happiness of each individual as we understand that we are stronger and better when we are moving forward together.

We believe that as long as we live, we should be learning and seeking to understand. We welcome and celebrate diversity of thought and action within our organization and among our community partners. A place of collaboration, where every voice plays an important role in the success and wellbeing of our Team. We understand that true growth comes when we are willing to open our minds to new possibilities.

At CR Legal Team, we Stand Up for justice for all people and we remain fierce and loyal advocates for those who cannot always speak for themselves. As our client, our community partner or team member, we have made a commitment to Stand Up For You and that is a promise we take seriously.

Pay Range: $125,000.00 to $175,000.00 annually

What's in it for you?

• Inclusive and diverse working environment.
• Positive and team-driven culture.
• Personalized development plans to support your career growth.
• Innovative technology and case management systems.
• Competitive Salary and bonus program.
• Medical Plan Options (including a zero-dollar premium High-Deductible Heath Plan option for employee-only coverage).
• Dental Plan Option.
• Virtual Healthcare Access.
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account Options.
• 401k plan with an employer match.
• Disability Insurance Options (with employer-paid Long-Term Disability).
• Life Insurance Options (with employer-paid Basic Life Insurance).
• 11 Company paid holidays.
• Paid Time-Off.
• Employer-paid Employee Assistance Program.
• Employer-paid Benefits Assistance/Advocacy Program

How will you contribute to our team?

• Develop and maintain financial models, forecasts, and budgets to guide business decisions.
• Analyze financial data and key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify trends, opportunities, and risks.
• Provide strategic recommendations to optimize financial performance and support growth initiatives.
• Oversee accurate and timely financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulatory requirements (i. e. business licensure by jurisdiction, registration of business assets with relevant government entities, etc.)
• Applied knowledge of GAAP principles and ability to comply with those in day-to-day operations.
• Familiarity with local, state, and federal tax law and procedure and ability to consult with and seek advice from retained advisors (i. e. CPAs, business law attorneys, etc.)
• Oversees all law firm accounting requirements as dictated by applicable State Bar rules and coordinates with Managing Partner to ensure compliance.
• Coordinate external audits and manage relationships with auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory authorities.Works with Managing Partner to monitor cash flow projections and manage liquidity to meet short-term and long-term financial obligations.
• Implement effective cash management strategies to optimize working capital and minimize financial risks.
• Evaluate financing options and negotiate terms with lenders to support capital needs.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate financial risks.
• Establish and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
• Develop contingency plans and scenario analyses to address potential threats to financial stability.
• Collaborate with senior management to develop strategic plans and long-term financial objectives.
• Provide financial analysis and insights to support business initiatives, investments, and acquisitions.
• Evaluate capital allocation decisions and assess the financial impact of strategic opportunities.
• Oversee accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll.
• Evaluate and implement financial systems and software to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Streamline financial processes and workflows to enhance productivity and scalability.
• Lead and mentor the finance team, providing guidance, feedback, and professional development opportunities.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, integrity, and continuous improvement within the finance department.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive alignment and achieve business objectives.
• Travel may be required.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field; MBA or CPA a plus.
• Proven experience as a CFO, VP of Finance, or senior finance executive in a small to mid-sized company.
• Strong financial, analytical, and business acumen.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a track record of driving financial improvements and results and identifying opportunities for synergy.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders and foster collaborative partnerships.
• Ability to instruct, direct, mentor, and evaluate team members; direct and motivate others; communicate effectively and use judgment, tact and discretion; quickly assimilate oral and written data, to analyze facts and draw logical conclusions; maintain collaborative client/team member relations.
• Must be able to exercise extensive independent judgment to make decisions in carrying out assignments that have substantial impact on the company.
• Proficiency in financial analysis tools, accounting systems, and Microsoft Excel.
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance, financial reporting standards, and best practices in corporate governance.

Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates for employment.

CR Legal Team is an Equal Opportunity Employer.