Chief Financial Officer / Chief Operating Officer

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Sands Anderson PC is seeking a dynamic and experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO)/Chief Operating Officer (COO) to join our team and help drive our firm's growth and operational excellence. As the CFO/COO, you will be a key member of our leadership team, responsible for overseeing and optimizing the day-to-day operations of our law firm.

Sands Anderson is a midsize law firm that guides clients with united support for their complete legal needs. We work with clients throughout the Mid-Atlantic region who have diverse legal objectives — and desire a thorough, steadfast ally.

In every step, we believe in providing lasting value to the clients we serve and the people we hire. From our open-door policy to our genuine belief in enjoying life, we strive to foster every clients' and employees' success. Sands Anderson's roots began in Richmond, VA, in 1842. Since then, we've become Richmond's longest continually operating business — and we've enhanced our reach across the Mid-Atlantic region.

Today, our vast capabilities and experienced attorneys enable us to support clients in: Maryland, North Carolina, Virginia and Washington, D.C. While we embrace the value of tradition and history, we further believe that our longevity and advancement are a testament to our proactive culture. Through evolving centuries, industries, and cities, we've learned to be nimble and adapt to changing times — while remaining true to our roots and purpose. Through this purposeful growth, we've continually served each client as a friend in business — and expanded our abilities and reach to meet their complete legal needs. With each new stage, we've brought an enduring commitment to ethics and a passion for seizing future opportunities.

Job Requirements:

Manage the firm's financial resources, including budgeting and financial forecasting.

Analyze and report on key performance metrics to drive informed decision-making.

Develop and implement strategies to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness.

Lead and mentor the firm's administrative and support staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.

Oversee human resources functions, including recruitment, talent development, and performance management.

Collaborate with legal partners and senior management to set and achieve strategic goals.

Ensure compliance with legal regulations, ethics, and industry standards.

Foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and client service excellence.

Qualifications:

Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field. MBA or CPA strongly preferred.

Proven experience (15+ years) in a senior finance leadership role, as a CFO or VP of Finance, within a law firm.

Strong financial acumen with a deep understanding of financial principles, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements.

Demonstrated expertise in financial planning and analysis, budgeting, and forecasting.

Experience leading M&A transactions, including due diligence, valuation, and integration.

Strategic thinker with a track record of driving financial performance and creating shareholder value.

Strong leadership and team-building skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate cross-functional teams.

Results-oriented mindset with a focus on delivering measurable business outcomes.

Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.

Knowledge of legal industry practices and trends.

Demonstrated ability to drive operational excellence and lead cross-functional teams.

Professional demeanor and a commitment to maintaining the highest ethical standards.

Join a prestigious law firm with a commitment to providing exceptional legal services and a strong dedication to its employees' growth and development. Be a part of a collaborative team that values innovation, diversity, and professional excellence.

Relocation package is offered to those willing to relocate.

Please reach out to Liz Coleman, Talent Acquisition Manager with any questions. .

Sands Anderson PC is an equal employment employer and participates in the Midsize Mansfield Rule by the Diversity Lab. We encourage candidates interested in working at any of Sands Anderson’s office locations to apply, and this includes, without limitation, lawyers who are women, from underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, from the LGBTQ+ community, veterans and lawyers with disabilities. Sands Anderson is a drug free workplace.