Director, Finance & Human Resources

Berman & Simmons 

Director, Finance & Human Resources 

Portland, Maine  

Berman & Simmons is seeking a Director, Finance & Human Resources to be based in Lewiston, Maine. The DFHR directs the firm’s financial planning, reporting and accounting practices, as well as its relationship with lending institutions, shareholders and the financial community. The DFHR is responsible for overseeing the firm’s Accounting, IT, Facilities and Service departments.  The DFHR is also a strategic and operational leader responsible for HR operations and advancing the firm’s people strategy.  Serving as a trusted advisor to the Managing Director, the DFHR ensures the firm operates efficiently and in alignment with its mission, values, and ethical responsibilities. 

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Accounting, Finance or related field required. CPA or MBA strongly preferred. 
• 8–10 years of progressive Finance and HR experience, with at least 3–5 years in a leadership role. 
• Director level experience and experience in a professional services environment is strongly preferred. 
• Effective leadership, supervisory and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to build trust and influence across all levels of the organization. 
• Excellent conflict resolution, problem-solving and change management capabilities. 
• Analytical mindset with experience using data to drive decision-making. 
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, accounting software, HRIS and related software. 
• Strong aptitude for technology, including the ability to learn and adapt to software systems and familiarity with cyber security threats and practices.  
• Senior Professional HR certification (e.g., SHRM-SCP, SPHR) strongly preferred. 

• Annual pay in the range of$150,000 - $165,000 
• Generous PTO 
• 401(k) 
• Medical, Dental, Life and Disability Insurances 
• HSA 
• Parental leave 

• Oversees and directs accounting, tax, real estate, and insurance activities for the firm. 
• Works closely with the Managing Director on current and long-range objectives, cash management, and compliance. 
• Reviews the operating results of the firm, compares them to established objectives, and takes steps to ensure that appropriate measures are taken when necessary. 
• Timely preparation and issuance of the firms’ monthly financial statements and other necessary reports for the shareholders. 
• Interprets the financial statements and the daily operating controls (DOC) regularly and informs the Managing Director of developing trends. 
• Plan administrator for the 401(k)-retirement plan. 
• Oversees the full employee lifecycle—including recruitment, onboarding, development, retention, and offboarding—for both attorneys and staff. 
• Develops, implements, and enforces HR policies and procedures that support compliance, mitigate risk, and foster workplace consistency. 
• Designs and manages performance evaluation and professional development programs that promote growth, accountability, and alignment with firm goals. 
• Leads employee relations strategies, including conflict resolution, coaching, and disciplinary processes. 
• Oversight of firm operations and administration, office procedures and records management. 
• Supervises Accounting, HR, IT, Facilities and Service department employees in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.   

Berman & Simmons is Maine’s leading personal injury and medical malpractice law firm, with a rich heritage dating back to 1914. Our team of 14 attorneys and 40 legal professionals handle a wide range of cases involving vehicle and trucking accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, defective products, falls and unsafe properties, sexual abuse, and other serious injuries. 

KMA Human Resources Consulting has been engaged to manage this search. NO PHONE CALLS OR RECRUITERS PLEASE 

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, familial status, age, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.  

Salary : $150,000 - $165,000