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Director Of Accounting - Legal Industry
MGR Accounting Recruiters, a Teamshares Network company, is searching for a Director of Accounting for a client in San Antonio in the legal industry. About The Client Well-established, family-oriented firm dedicated to providing exceptional legal services while fostering a culture of respect, collaboration, and balance. The team values integrity, precision, and innovation, and looking for a Director of Accounting who shares these principles. Position Summary The Director of Accounting will lead and oversee the firm's accounting department, with a particular focus on streamlining financial processes, optimizing use of Orien software, and ensuring accurate, efficient attorney billing. This is a hands-on, in-office leadership role for a professional with strong experience in legal accounting and a proactive approach to financial operations. Key Responsibilities:
Direct all accounting operations including AP/AR, general ledger, payroll, and financial reporting Manage and optimize use of Orien software for financial processes and attorney billing Oversee billing procedures specific to legal services, ensuring compliance with client guidelines Streamline accounting workflows to increase efficiency, accuracy, and transparency Lead month-end and year-end closings, financial audits, and annual budgeting processes Provide strategic financial insights and recommendations to firm leadership Supervise, mentor, and develop the accounting team Collaborate with attorneys and department heads to support financial decision-making Ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field (CPA or MBA a plus) 7+ years of accounting experience, some legal industry required Proven experience managing attorney billing processes Strong proficiency in Orion software and financial systems Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills Track record of streamlining accounting operations and implementing process improvements High integrity and commitment to confidentiality and accuracy $120,000 - $135,000 a year
MGR Accounting Recruiters, a Teamshares Network company, is searching for a Director of Accounting for a client in San Antonio in the legal industry. About The Client Well-established, family-oriented firm dedicated to providing exceptional legal services while fostering a culture of respect, collaboration, and balance. The team values integrity, precision, and innovation, and looking for a Director of Accounting who shares these principles. Position Summary The Director of Accounting will lead and oversee the firm's accounting department, with a particular focus on streamlining financial processes, optimizing use of Orien software, and ensuring accurate, efficient attorney billing. This is a hands-on, in-office leadership role for a professional with strong experience in legal accounting and a proactive approach to financial operations. Key Responsibilities:
Direct all accounting operations including AP/AR, general ledger, payroll, and financial reporting Manage and optimize use of Orien software for financial processes and attorney billing Oversee billing procedures specific to legal services, ensuring compliance with client guidelines Streamline accounting workflows to increase efficiency, accuracy, and transparency Lead month-end and year-end closings, financial audits, and annual budgeting processes Provide strategic financial insights and recommendations to firm leadership Supervise, mentor, and develop the accounting team Collaborate with attorneys and department heads to support financial decision-making Ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field (CPA or MBA a plus) 7+ years of accounting experience, some legal industry required Proven experience managing attorney billing processes Strong proficiency in Orion software and financial systems Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills Track record of streamlining accounting operations and implementing process improvements High integrity and commitment to confidentiality and accuracy $120,000 - $135,000 a year