Director of Administration

We are inviting applications for the role of Director of Administration based in Santa Barbara, California. This position involves overseeing the administrative functions of our law firm, managing daily operations, collaborating with the firm's managing partners and management committee, implementing best practices, and driving operational efficiency.Responsibilities:• Contribute to strategic planning and decision-making processes to drive the law firm's operations and success as a key member of the Management Committee.• Oversee the financial management of the law firm, including budgeting, financial reporting, billing, and collections.• Work closely with the managing partner and partners, preparing agendas, financial information, and supporting documentation for Management and Partner meetings.• Engage with an external CPA firm on accounting issues, partner compensation, firm tax returns, and Partner annual K-1s.• As part of the Compensation Committee, provide financial and historical information to support the committee’s Partner compensation recommendations.• Oversee the Firm’s 401(k) & Profit-Sharing retirement plan, liaising with external advisors regarding plan investments and participant education.• Handle insurance procurement and management of various insurances, interfacing with Firm management and insurance brokers on risk management issues.• Ensure the firm operates in compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements, staying updated on changes to laws and regulations that could impact the firm.• Utilize skills such as Budget Processes, Financial Reporting, Financial Statements Consolidation, Operations Management, Microsoft Excel, and Cash Forecasting.

Salary : $160,000 - $200,000