Director of Finance

At Polsinelli, What a Law Firm Should Be is not just our tagline — it’s what we live every day. We strive to create an environment where our team members are encouraged to bring their creativity and professional passions into the workplace so they can thrive. Are you a people person with a keen eye for detail who thrives in a professional environment and wants to be part of a dynamic team? We have the perfect role for an engaging professional like you!

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Director of Finance will serve as a strategic partner to the Chief Executive Officer, Chief Operating Officer, Chief Financial Officer, and other firm leaders. This individual will help drive long- and short-term financial planning and analysis, as well as budgeting, compliance, and reporting functions.

The right candidate will be adaptable to a changing environment and skilled at developing a high-performing team. The ideal candidate will be based in the Kansas City office. This role reports to the firm’s Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer and manages a team of approximately 40 professionals.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop a deep understanding of the firm’s practices, operations, market, and competitive position.
• Partner with key stakeholders on business planning and identify opportunities for revenue growth, profitability, and economic performance in alignment with firm strategy.
• Lead and manage financial planning and analysis, budgeting, forecasting, compliance, and reporting functions.
• Deliver actionable, succinct, and impactful financial analysis to drive data-informed decision-making.
• Oversee client profitability analysis, cost management initiatives, and financial modeling.
• Drive continuous improvement and foster best practices in financial operations, including technology utilization.
• Ensure internal financial controls are in place and functioning effectively.
• Develop and implement key performance indicators (KPIs) and management reporting tools to communicate financials, results, and trends to a variety of audiences.
• Support the partner compensation and capital contribution processes.
• Coordinate with external auditors, tax advisors, and other partners as needed.
• Maintain expertise in applicable regulations and ensure compliance with new developments.
• Mentor, manage, and develop the finance team, promoting a collaborative and high-performance culture aligned with the firm’s goals.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 10–15 years of broad-based, senior financial leadership experience in a sophisticated law firm, financial services, or professional services environment.
• Proven success leading financial planning and analysis, modeling, reporting, and dashboarding efforts.
• Ability to synthesize complex financial data and communicate insights to business leaders.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to lead through influence and build consensus across teams.
• Demonstrated drive, “can-do” attitude, entrepreneurial mindset, and results orientation.
• Excellent presentation, writing, and verbal communication skills.
• Track record of mentoring, managing, and developing high-performing teams.
• Experience with current enterprise financial systems and technologies.
• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA, CPA, or other advanced degree preferred.

COMPENSATION

Anticipated total compensation range: $350,000 – $450,000.

Polsinelli PC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender identity or expression, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, ancestry, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Experience

• 10 - 15 years: Broad-based, senior financial leadership experience in a sophisticated law firm, financial services, or professional services environment.

Education

• Bachelor's or better

• Master's or better

Licenses & Certifications

• CPA

Behaviors

• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Loyal: Shows firm and constant support to a cause
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

• Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
• Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

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