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Steptoe LLP · 14 hours ago

Director of Accounting

Washington, DC

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$202K/yr - $220K/yr

10+ years exp

Steptoe LLP is a professional services firm seeking a Director of Accounting to oversee all accounting functions across its offices. The role involves strategic financial oversight, partnership accounting, compliance, and team development to enhance the effectiveness of the accounting operations.

ConsultingLegal

Responsibilities

Develop and implement firm-wide accounting policies and internal controls

Align accounting operations with the firm’s strategic objectives and compliance requirements

Drive initiatives for financial and operational efficiency and risk mitigation

Oversee all partner accounts for distributions, withholdings, and profit analysis

Oversee federal, state, local, and international tax filings for the firm

Ensure timely preparation and distribution of Schedule K-1s for partners and quarterly tax estimates

Direct preparation of consolidated financial statements (income, balance sheet, cash flow)

Oversee partner capital accounts and ensure accurate reporting for management and external stakeholders

Provide financial analysis to support executive decision-making and long-term planning

Lead annual budgeting process and periodic forecasting

Monitor team performance against budget and recommend corrective actions

Manage cash flow projections and liquidity planning

Ensure adherence to GAAP and multi-jurisdictional regulatory requirements

Coordinate external audits and manage relationships with auditors

Oversee tax compliance and reporting obligations

Ensure adherence to IOLTA trust accounting rules

Support internal communications and change management efforts related to accounting operations

Foster a culture of collaboration, transparency, and continuous improvement within the Finance department

Champion adoption of financial systems and automation tools

Benchmark processes against industry best practices for efficiency and accuracy

Work on projects as assigned by the Firm Chair, Firm Vice Chair, and CFO

Complete other duties as assigned

Qualification

Accounting leadershipFinancial reportingTax complianceGAAP adherenceMicrosoft Office SuiteElite 3EPower BIOrganizational agilityStrategic thinkingEmotional intelligenceCollaborationCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's degree required; MBA, CPA, or other relevant advanced degree strongly preferred

10+ years of experience in accounting leadership, ideally in a law firm or professional services

Proven ability to lead complex projects and influence senior stakeholders

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with Elite 3E and Power BI a plus

Ability to represent the CFO with professionalism and credibility in high-level meetings

Confidence and tact in communicating with senior partners, board members, and external stakeholders

Skilled at influencing without authority—guiding teams and driving initiatives through collaboration

High self-awareness and empathy to manage relationships and read the room effectively

Ability to handle sensitive information and navigate firm politics with discretion

Strong interpersonal skills to build trust across diverse teams and personalities

Capacity to see the big picture while managing the details

Ability to anticipate challenges, identify opportunities, and align day-to-day operations with long-term goals

Comfort with ambiguity and change, especially in a dynamic legal and financial environment

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills for drafting executive-level materials

Ability to distill complex financial and operational concepts into clear, actionable insights

Skilled in active listening and facilitating productive dialogue across departments

Strong project management and prioritization skills to juggle multiple initiatives

Ability to adapt quickly to shifting priorities and manage time effectively

Resourcefulness in solving problems and removing roadblocks for the CFO and Finance team

Ability to foster cross-functional partnerships with Legal Ops, IT, HR, and Practice Management

Skilled at creating alignment and shared ownership of strategic initiatives

A natural connector who builds bridges between departments and leadership levels

Unwavering discretion in handling sensitive financial and personnel matters

Sound judgment in decision-making and advising the CFO on internal dynamics

Position to be based in Washington DC with a requirement of at least 3 days in office

Must be available to work beyond regular hours

Must be able to work under tight deadlines and in stressful situations

Non-smoking environment

Must be able to comply with all safety requirements in our workplace

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life

Disability

Dependent care

Health care flexible spending accounts

401K Plan

Profit-Sharing

Paid Time-Off

A robust Wellness Program

Company

Steptoe LLP

In more than 100 years of practice, Steptoe* has earned an international reputation for vigorous representation of clients before governmental agencies, successful advocacy in litigation and arbitration, and creative and practical advice in structuring business transactions.

Founded in 1913

Washington, District of Columbia, USA

1001-5000 employees