Chief Financial Officer

Patagon Search
Dallas, TX

Director of Finance – Law Firm | Dallas (Hybrid)


A highly regarded, midsize national law firm is seeking a Director of Finance to lead firmwide financial operations and strategy.


This is a senior leadership position reporting directly to firm management, with responsibility for overseeing accounting, financial reporting, treasury, and tax functions across a multi-office platform.


Key Responsibilities

  • Lead financial planning, forecasting, and budgeting
  • Provide financial reporting and analysis to firm leadership
  • Manage treasury operations, including banking relationships and firm investments
  • Oversee tax planning, compliance, and filings in coordination with external accountants
  • Direct accounting functions, including general ledger, payroll, AP, billing, and trust accounting
  • Partner with leadership on strategic growth, cost analysis, and long-term planning


Requirements

  • Prior experience in a midsize to large law firm is REQUIRED
  • 10+ years of accounting/finance experience in a multi-office environment
  • Strong expertise in:
  • Treasury management
  • Financial reporting & forecasting
  • Tax strategy and compliance
  • Proven experience managing teams and working with executive leadership
  • CPA strongly preferred


💡 Position Highlights

  • Senior leadership role with direct exposure to firm leadership
  • Opportunity to influence firmwide financial strategy and operations
  • Work within a well-established, national law firm handling sophisticated matters
  • Competitive compensation package (base + significant bonus potential)

📍 Location: Dallas (relocation support available)


This is an excellent opportunity for a finance leader with strong law firm experience to step into a high-impact, strategic role.

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