Controller

Company: Stouffer Legal
Location: Towson
Posted on: February 17, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Company Overview: Stouffer Legal is a woman-owned Estate Planning firm based in Maryland, preparing for and exciting phase of expansion. As our footprint, team, and operational complexity increase, we are investing in experienced financial leadership to strengthen our forecasting, improve margins, and support responsible, data-backed growth. We value clarity, discipline, and proactive decision-making, and we are building the financial systems and leadership capacity to match our ambitions. Position Overview: We are seeking an experienced Controller to provide hands-on financial leadership and strategic insights as the firm continues to scale. The Controller's primary responsibility is to ensure strong financial visibility and predictability, particularly around cash flow, margins, and timing, so leadership can make informed decisions with confidence. This role blends technical accounting expertise with forward-looking analysis, systems ownership, and close partnership with leadership. This is a high-impact role for someone who enjoys building structure, improving financial discipline, and translating data into clear recommendations. Location: Towson, Maryland (preferred in-office; remote considered) Core Job Duties: Cash Flow Management and Forecasting Build and maintain rolling 13-week cash forecast Provide daily and weekly cash visibility Monitor cash inflows and outflows, including payroll, marketing spend, and operating expenses Align hiring and expansion decisions with cash availability and forecasted liquidity Success looks like: Reliable, accurate cash forecasts Strong visibility into near-term and mid-term cash needs Leadership confidence in cash-related decision-making Financial Reporting and Decision Support Own the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of financial reporting Translate financial results into clear insights and recommendations for leadership Highlight risks, trends, and tradeoffs proactively Support scenario planning (best / base/ worst case) Success looks like: Leadership can confidently answer: What is happening Why it is happening What decision should be made as a result Variances, trends, and risks are surfaced proactively, not discovered after the fact Leadership is able to understand the impact of decisions before they are made Margin and Performance Analysis Develop visibility into contribution margins by office, service line, and referral source Identify cost drivers, pricing opportunities, and efficiency improvements Lead annual budgeting and rolling forecasts Monitor write-offs, refunds, payment plans, and revenue cycle timing Success looks like: Leadership understands what is driving margin changes month over month Budgeting and forecasting are tied to realistic demand, staffing, and capacity assumptions Margin improvement efforts are data-backed and measurable over time Multi-Location Financial Oversight Build scalable financial models and reporting for new and existing offices Develop standardized location-level P&Ls and ramp models Support expansion planning with data-backed projections Systems, Controls, and Process Improvement Own financial systems and data integrity Reduce reliance on spreadsheets and manual reconciliations Improve system integrations and reporting automation Establish and maintain internal controls and financial standards Day-to-Day Finance Leadership Oversee month-end close and ensure timely, accurate financials Monitor AP and AR aging Maintain trust accounting controls and reconciliations Coach, prioritize, and develop members of the finance team Identify and eliminate inefficiencies in finance workflows Leadership Partnership and External Coordination Serve as a thought partner to leadership on financial matters Support strategic planning and compliance readiness Coordinate with banks, auditors, CPAs, and other external partners Oversee payroll, benefits, and related audits Monitor tax liabilities and support tax planning Preferred Qualifications: 8 - 15 years of accounting and finance experience 3 - 7 years of experience leading and managing a finance team Strong ownership of month-end close, budgeting, forecasting, and cash management Experience in professional services and multi-location environments Experience with multi-entity and multi-state operations CPA strongly preferred Proven ability to build, improve, and scale finance processes Career Path: This role offers meaningful growth potential and may evolve into a Head of Finance or CFO role as the organization continues to scale. Why Join Us: At Stouffer Legal, we are more than a law firm-we are a mission-driven team dedicated to protecting families and preserving legacies. As our Controller, you will help steward the firm's financial health so we can serve clients with confidence and care. Through strong forecasting, clear reporting, and disciplined financial leadership, you'll help ensure the stability that allows our mission to thrive. High-impact role with direct exposure to leadership Opportunity to shape financial systems during a key growth phase Collaborative leadership team that values data-driven decisions Ability to build structure, discipline, and clarity across the organization Compensation & Benefits: Salary range: $160,000 - $200,000 Competitive benefits package Performance-based incentives aligned with company success Health Insurance (CareFirst) with 50% company contribution Dental and Vision Insurance Company-paid Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance Company-paid Group-Term Life Insurance 401(k) with a match of 3%, plus 50% of the next 2%, totaling a 4% employer match, immediate vesting Generous PTO (Paid Time Off) starting at 20 days annually, scaling with tenure 7 paid holidays per year 3 weeks of paid parental leave Application Process: Application Submission and Screening Initial Phone Screening Interview (15 minutes) Virtual Interview (Microsoft Teams; 30 minutes) Candidate Assessments (Skills and Cultural Fit) In-Person Interview at Towson Office (1 hour; includes office tour) Job Offer and Reference/Background Checks Orientation and Onboarding Job Posted by ApplicantPro

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