Controller (Hybrid)

Controller (Hybrid)
Department: Support
Location: Downtown Austin, TX & Round Rock, TX
Who We Are
Maxwell Locke & Ritter LLP is the largest locally owned accounting firm in the greater Austin area. We’re known for offering exceptional work-life balance and our dedication to our people, our clients, and our community. We’ve been named Accounting Today's "#1 Best Mid-sized Accounting Firm to Work For” in the US three of the past five years, with a 2nd place ranking in 2020. 
What Sets Us Apart
We’re redefining what it means to work in public accounting by:

• Instilling the belief that “No success at work is worth failure at home,” while recognizing everyone’s version of “home” is unique to them
• Leaning on our core values and showing genuine care and concern for one another
• Empowering our people to do what’s best for them, while providing exceptional client service
• Cultivating an environment that allows our people to thrive personally
• Investing in the professional growth of our people

Want to see it for yourself? Check out our Instagram (@maxlocrit) and watch this video to learn about the employee experience at ML&R.
What You'll Be Doing
As a member of our Internal Accounting Team, the controller is integral to the daily operations and administration of our firm, ensuring that our accounting processes are efficient and effective. This position supports the Director of Finance & Accounting. This is a full-time, exempt position. See list of responsibilities below:

• Monitor, preserve, and improve system of controls over accounting transactions
• Maintain and improve a documented system of accounting policies, procedures, and controls
• Oversee timely operations of the accounting department (payroll, accounts payable, billing, etc.)
• Prepare and issue prompt and accurate financial statements on a monthly basis
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes and perform variance analysis
• Prepare compliance reporting as needed
• Comply with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings
• Oversee collection of data as needed for applications and surveys
• Coach, mentor, and provide performance feedback to accounting staff
• Serve as a back-up to accounting staff as needed
• Supervise accounting team members in India
• Other duties as required

Our Commitment to DEI
As a firm that embraces people from different backgrounds, we encourage applications from those who identify with the BIPOC or LGBTQ+ communities, possess visible or hidden disabilities, and/or have served in the military. Let us know if you prefer certain pronouns or if you need reasonable accommodations at any point throughout our recruitment and selection process.
Maxwell Locke & Ritter is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion at all levels of our firm. To support this endeavor, our DEI committee focuses internal efforts on awareness, recruitment, and outreach.
Maxwell Locke & Ritter LLP provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
What We Offer:

• PTO: 22 days (increases with firm tenure) plus 8 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays
• Paid parental leave and paid bereavement leave
• Annual bonus through profit-sharing plan
• 401(k) plan including profit-sharing contribution
• Insurance: medical insurance (cafeteria plan including medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts), dental insurance, vision insurance, term-life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability
• Employee assistance program
• Continuing professional education
• Many more perks and benefits

(Employees must work a minimum of 30 hours a week to be eligible for the following benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Limited Purpose Medical Flexible Spending Account, Full Medical Flexible Spending Account, and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Term Life and AD&D, Long-term Disability and Employee Assistance Program.)
What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a controller
• CPA or MBA preferred
• Experience with Sage Intacct preferred
• Self-starter able to prioritize and manage multiple competing priorities
• Excellent time management and organization skills
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills