Global Controller

Overview In this role you will lead K&L Gates’ worldwide accounting operations and shape the firm’s financial direction. You partner with firm leadership to drive financial insight, operational excellence, and robust controls across 40+ offices. You will manage multi-entity, multi-currency reporting, compliance, and audits while modernizing systems and processes. Your leadership ensures accurate results, regulatory compliance, and strong internal controls in a fast-paced professional services environment. This is an opportunity to impact global finance at a top-tier law firm. Compensation / BenefitsMedical/Prescription Drug Coverage401(k) Retirement Plan and Profit SharingPaid Time OffFlexible Spending AccountsHybrid/Remote Work OpportunitiesProfessional Development and CLE Credit Opportunities ResponsibilitiesDirect and oversee the accounting function (GL, AP, AR/collections, payroll, treasury, financial reporting) across 40+ officesOversee timely preparation of financial statements (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow) and ensure jurisdictional complianceMaintain accuracy of accounting records and implement internal controls and risk management frameworksLead international regulatory filings and local statutory audits; manage external audit process and remediationDevelop and monitor accounting policies, procedures, and best practices; drive process improvements and system optimizationLead a team of 40+ accounting professionals across multiple countries with mentorship and developmentPartner with CFO and FP&A on planning, analysis, and forecasting; provide business insightsDrive technology modernization in reporting, billing/collections, data analytics, and automationCoordinate with other firm functions (benefits, HR, IT, marketing) on financial mattersEnsure proper reconciliation of all accounts, including trust accounts, with strict controlsOversee day-to-day issue handling, reporting, and responses to non-recurring questionsComplete special projects as needed Key requirementsBachelor’s degree in accounting; CPA required (or equivalent)10+ years in progressive accounting/financial management; at least 5 years in controller/senior role5+ years of people management experienceExperience in professional services, law firm, or partnership environment preferredExperience managing complex multi-entity, multi-currency operations in global settingsStrong GAAP knowledge and multi-jurisdictional financial compliance, internal controls, and external auditsProficiency with enterprise Accounting and Billing & Collections systems (3E or Aderant); knowledge of Oracle/SAP is a plusProven leadership, communication, analytical and problem-solving skillsLeadership ExcellenceStrategic mindsetStakeholder managementGAAPInternal controlsExternal audit coordination