Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Based in Los Angeles, BD&J is California’s leading personal injury law firm, and we’re seeking an experienced, strategic, and hands-on Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead the financial health and future growth of the firm. This executive-level role is ideal for a finance professional who thrives in a fast-paced legal environment and understands the unique dynamics of managing law firm finances.
The CFO will be a key member of the leadership team, overseeing all financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, reporting, compliance, and strategic planning. This role requires a deep understanding of legal billing practices, trust accounting, and law firm performance metrics.
Responsibilities include:
- Oversee all financial planning, reporting, and analysis functions
- Develop and manage annual budgets, financial forecasts, and long-term strategic plans
- Provide financial insight and leadership to partners and executive team
- Ensure compliance with all legal, regulatory, and ethical standards including IOLTA/trust accounting rules
- Monitor case profitability, cost recovery, and cash flow
- Oversee internal controls, audits, and risk management processes
- Supervise accounting staff and ensure timely month-end and year-end close
- Collaborate with department heads to optimize financial performance and resource allocation
- Manage banking relationships, vendor contracts, and insurance policies
Qualifications:
- 10+ years of progressive finance and accounting experience
- 5+ years in a senior finance role (Controller, CFO, or equivalent), preferably in a law firm or professional services setting
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (MBA/CPA preferred)
- Extensive experience with financial reporting, forecasting, and strategy
- Deep knowledge of law firm billing, trust accounting, and cost management
- Proficiency in accounting software (QuickBooks preferred) and Excel
- Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills
We offer an excellent compensation package including:
- Competitive executive salary + performance-based bonus
- 401K
- Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Supplemental insurance options
At BD&J, we have a clear vision: to be the place where a diverse mix of talented people want to come, stay, and do their best work. We pride ourselves on bringing the best results to our clients and know our company runs on the hard work and dedication of our passionate and creative employees.
BD&J is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
BD&J is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer dedicated to a policy of compliance with all federal, state, and local laws regarding nondiscrimination in employment. No questions included in our application process are intended to secure information to be used for unlawful purposes.
Consistent with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), applicants may request accommodations needed to participate in the application process.
