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How To MANAGE a Small Law FirmChief Financial Officer (CFO) & Business Advisor | 100% Remote | W-2 | No Outside Work
How To MANAGE a Small Law Firm (HTM) is seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) & Business Advisor to join their team on a full-time, remote…
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How To MANAGE a Small Law Firm (HTM) is seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) & Business Advisor to join their team on a full-time, remote basis. HTM assists solo practitioners and boutique law firm owners in developing more profitable businesses by providing operational systems and a portfolio of potential clients. In this position, you will act as the principal financial guide and trusted counselor for approximately 30 law firm…
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How To MANAGE a Small Law Firm (HTM) is seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) & Business Advisor to join their team on a full-time, remote basis. HTM assists solo practitioners and boutique law firm owners in developing more profitable businesses by providing operational systems and a portfolio of potential clients.
In this position, you will act as the principal financial guide and trusted counselor for approximately 30 law firm owners. Rather than engaging in cold calling or lead generation, you will step in when business owners face cash flow puzzles, pricing dilemmas, slow receivables, or unprofitable staffing choices. Your day-to-day duties involve analyzing financial health, designing forecasting models, building KPI dashboards, and clarifying complex metrics into actionable guidance.
This opportunity is designed for finance leaders who understand professional service models where human capital drives production. Ideal candidates possess a background in sectors like consulting, engineering, accounting, or IT services, and thrive on optimizing margins, pricing strategies, and cash capacity. The employer has been recognized on the Inc. 5000 list annually since 2013 and requires candidates to reside in specific states.
Responsibilities
- Advise approximately 30 law firm owners on pricing, cash flow, profit margins, hiring decisions, and business growth
- Construct financial models, forecasts, and key performance indicator dashboards independently
- Explain financial data in straightforward terms and guide owners in implementing corrective actions
- Travel to United States events a couple of times per year
Requirements
- Have at least 8 years of experience as a CFO or senior finance leader, which can include virtual, fractional, or outsourced CFO capacities
- Demonstrate a track record of advising multiple business owners or business lines concurrently
- Reside within AZ, CO, FL, GA, ID, IL, LA, MD, MI, MO, NC, NE, NJ, NY, OH, OR, PA, TN, TX, VA, WA, or WV
- Maintain full authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship
- Commit to a full-time W-2 position with no outside work or consulting
Qualifications
- Experience thinking in terms of realization, utilization, capacity, and revenue per head within professional service sectors such as accounting, architecture, IT services, engineering, or consulting
- Proven history of successfully enhancing profit margins, pricing structures, or overall business profitability
- Profit First certification or a corresponding mindset
Core Skills
Benefits
- Guaranteed base salary of $110,000 plus incremental compensation per served client, targeting $160,000 to $182,000 total compensation
- Full-time W-2 employee status
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance with 75% of the cost covered by the employer
- 401(k) matching program
- Unlimited paid time off
Frequently Asked Questions
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Is this position remote?
Yes, this role is 100% remote, though applicants must live in one of the approved states: AZ, CO, FL, GA, ID, IL, LA, MD, MI, MO, NC, NE, NJ, NY, OH, OR, PA, TN, TX, VA, WA, or WV. Additionally, travel to U.S. events is required a couple of times a year.
What is the compensation for this role?
The compensation package includes a guaranteed base salary of $110,000 plus incremental compensation for each client served, bringing the targeted total compensation to between $160,000 and $182,000 per year.
Are there any outside work restrictions?
Yes, this is a full-time W-2 position that strictly prohibits any outside work or consulting.
Is prior legal industry experience required?
No, legal experience is not required for this role. The employer will teach you the law-firm specifics.
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