Robert Half
Description Are you a detail-oriented accounting professional with a knack for leadership and expertise in the legal industry? A dynamic law firm is seeking an Accounting Manager to oversee its financial operations and lead a team of accounting professionals. This is a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned accounting expert with supervisory experience to take on a pivotal role in a reputable organization. Key Responsibilities:
- Manage the day-to-day financial operations of the law firm, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, legal billing, budgeting, and general ledger management.
- Supervise and mentor a team of accounting staff, providing training, guidance, and performance evaluations to ensure departmental success.
- Develop and maintain systems to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations as well as firm policies, particularly regarding client trust accounts.
- Prepare and present financial reports for senior management and partners, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of all financial data.
- Work collaboratively with leadership to drive financial strategies and support organizational goals.
- Oversee billing processes and ensure timely client invoicing while maintaining compliance with legal billing standards.
- Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices in financial and accounting processes.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- Minimum of 5+ years of accounting experience, with at least 3 years in managerial or supervisory roles within a law firm or professional services environment.
- Deep understanding of legal industry financial requirements (e.g., client trust accounting, ABA compliance).
- Proficiency in accounting software and legal practice management systems (e.g., QuickBooks, Elite, Aderant, or equivalent).
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to solve complex problems and make sound decisions.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills, with a high level of professionalism and integrity.
- Salary range $120-140K annually plus good benefits and bonus target
- Opportunity to contribute to the success of a forward-thinking and reputable law firm.
- Growth opportunities and professional development training.
- A collaborative and supportive work environment.
- Manage the day-to-day financial operations of the law firm, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, legal billing, budgeting, and general ledger management.
- Supervise and mentor a team of accounting staff, providing training, guidance, and performance evaluations to ensure departmental success.
- Develop and maintain systems to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations as well as firm policies, particularly regarding client trust accounts.
- Prepare and present financial reports for senior management and partners, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of all financial data.
- Work collaboratively with leadership to drive financial strategies and support organizational goals.
- Oversee billing processes and ensure timely client invoicing while maintaining compliance with legal billing standards.
- Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices in financial and accounting processes.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- Minimum of 5+ years of accounting experience, with at least 3 years in managerial or supervisory roles within a law firm or professional services environment.
- Deep understanding of legal industry financial requirements (e.g., client trust accounting, ABA compliance).
- Proficiency in accounting software and legal practice management systems (e.g., QuickBooks, Elite, Aderant, or equivalent).
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to solve complex problems and make sound decisions.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills, with a high level of professionalism and integrity.
- Salary range $120-140K annually plus good benefits and bonus target
- Opportunity to contribute to the success of a forward-thinking and reputable law firm.
- Growth opportunities and professional development training.
- A collaborative and supportive work environment.