ZindaLawGroup
Position location - Austin, TX ( In Office )
Role Overview The Finance Manager will own day-to-day financial operations and build the systems, controls, and reporting infrastructure necessary for a high-performing legal organization. This role requires a detail-oriented operator who can manage complex workflows, maintain regulatory and internal compliance, and ensure finance processes are accurate, timely, and scalable.
You will partner closely with Executive Leadership, Operations, Intake, and external accounting partners to strengthen financial integrity, improve visibility, and support firmwide growth.
This is a hands-on role with managerial scope, ideal for someone who excels at designing systems, enforcing standards, and creating clarity in fast-moving environments.
Responsibilities Financial Operations & Reporting Own monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting in coordination with leadership and external accounting partners. Prepare financial statements, operating reports, cash flow analyses, trust account summaries, and internal dashboards. Maintain accuracy and completeness across all ledgers, reconciliations, and financial records. Implement and enforce a structured close process to ensure timely reporting.
Systems Building & Process Design Design and document finance workflows across AP, AR, reimbursements, settlements, trust accounting, compensation, and expense management. Streamline processes, eliminate errors, and ensure all financial operations comply with internal policies and legal requirements. Evaluate and implement tools or integrations to improve automation, visibility, and accountability.
Compliance, Controls & Audit Ensure all financial activities comply with state bar rules, trust accounting rules, and firmwide standards. Build and monitor internal controls around payments, settlements, distributions, and reimbursements. Coordinate with auditors or external reviewers as needed; maintain audit-ready documentation at all times. Review contracts, settlements, and vendor agreements for financial accuracy and compliance.
Accounts Payable, Receivable & Trust Accounting Oversee AP/AR teams or processes; ensure timely, accurate payments and receivables tracking. Manage trust account transactions, ensuring proper allocation, documentation, and compliance. Verify settlement calculations, distributions, and disbursements for accuracy and compliance. Ensure proper categorization and coding of transactions across all financial systems.
Budgeting, Forecasting & Analysis Support budgeting and forecasting cycles; provide financial insights to guide decision-making. Analyze revenue, case flow, expenses, and operational trends to identify improvement opportunities. Prepare variance analyses and partner with department leads to track performance.
Cross-Functional Collaboration Work closely with Operations, Intake, and Attorneys to ensure financial processes align with case workflows. Serve as a trusted partner to leadership by providing visibility, recommendations, and financial accountability. Support executive projects involving compensation models, hiring plans, pricing changes, or vendor transitions.
Qualifications Required 5+ years of experience in finance, accounting, or financial operations, preferably within a law firm or professional services environment. Strong understanding of AP/AR, financial reporting, internal controls, and general accounting principles. Demonstrated success building or improving financial systems and processes. Exceptional attention to detail, documentation, and compliance discipline. Strong Microsoft Excel and financial modeling skills. Experience working with accounting tools and case management platforms (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite, PracticePanther, Litify, Clio, or equivalents). Excellent communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally and translate financial requirements clearly.
Preferred Experience with PI law firm financials, trust accounting, or multi-state operating structures. Background working with external accountants or auditors. Strong understanding of operational workflows across settlements, client reimbursements, and case progression. Experience implementing new software or financial systems.
Our core principles are: Excellence Always We All Take Out the Trash Data-Driven Results We Outwork Our Opponents
Disclaimer Zinda Law is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or other protected status as required by applicable law.
By submitting this application I understand Zinda Law may use review publicly available information about me in order to assess my suitability for employment.
This job description outlines the general nature and responsibilities of the role but is not an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, or requirements. Duties may be adjusted as needed, and team members may be asked to perform other tasks as assigned, in compliance with applicable laws. Reasonable accommodations will be made for individuals with disabilities.
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Role Overview The Finance Manager will own day-to-day financial operations and build the systems, controls, and reporting infrastructure necessary for a high-performing legal organization. This role requires a detail-oriented operator who can manage complex workflows, maintain regulatory and internal compliance, and ensure finance processes are accurate, timely, and scalable.
You will partner closely with Executive Leadership, Operations, Intake, and external accounting partners to strengthen financial integrity, improve visibility, and support firmwide growth.
This is a hands-on role with managerial scope, ideal for someone who excels at designing systems, enforcing standards, and creating clarity in fast-moving environments.
Responsibilities Financial Operations & Reporting Own monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting in coordination with leadership and external accounting partners. Prepare financial statements, operating reports, cash flow analyses, trust account summaries, and internal dashboards. Maintain accuracy and completeness across all ledgers, reconciliations, and financial records. Implement and enforce a structured close process to ensure timely reporting.
Systems Building & Process Design Design and document finance workflows across AP, AR, reimbursements, settlements, trust accounting, compensation, and expense management. Streamline processes, eliminate errors, and ensure all financial operations comply with internal policies and legal requirements. Evaluate and implement tools or integrations to improve automation, visibility, and accountability.
Compliance, Controls & Audit Ensure all financial activities comply with state bar rules, trust accounting rules, and firmwide standards. Build and monitor internal controls around payments, settlements, distributions, and reimbursements. Coordinate with auditors or external reviewers as needed; maintain audit-ready documentation at all times. Review contracts, settlements, and vendor agreements for financial accuracy and compliance.
Accounts Payable, Receivable & Trust Accounting Oversee AP/AR teams or processes; ensure timely, accurate payments and receivables tracking. Manage trust account transactions, ensuring proper allocation, documentation, and compliance. Verify settlement calculations, distributions, and disbursements for accuracy and compliance. Ensure proper categorization and coding of transactions across all financial systems.
Budgeting, Forecasting & Analysis Support budgeting and forecasting cycles; provide financial insights to guide decision-making. Analyze revenue, case flow, expenses, and operational trends to identify improvement opportunities. Prepare variance analyses and partner with department leads to track performance.
Cross-Functional Collaboration Work closely with Operations, Intake, and Attorneys to ensure financial processes align with case workflows. Serve as a trusted partner to leadership by providing visibility, recommendations, and financial accountability. Support executive projects involving compensation models, hiring plans, pricing changes, or vendor transitions.
Qualifications Required 5+ years of experience in finance, accounting, or financial operations, preferably within a law firm or professional services environment. Strong understanding of AP/AR, financial reporting, internal controls, and general accounting principles. Demonstrated success building or improving financial systems and processes. Exceptional attention to detail, documentation, and compliance discipline. Strong Microsoft Excel and financial modeling skills. Experience working with accounting tools and case management platforms (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite, PracticePanther, Litify, Clio, or equivalents). Excellent communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally and translate financial requirements clearly.
Preferred Experience with PI law firm financials, trust accounting, or multi-state operating structures. Background working with external accountants or auditors. Strong understanding of operational workflows across settlements, client reimbursements, and case progression. Experience implementing new software or financial systems.
Our core principles are: Excellence Always We All Take Out the Trash Data-Driven Results We Outwork Our Opponents
Disclaimer Zinda Law is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or other protected status as required by applicable law.
By submitting this application I understand Zinda Law may use review publicly available information about me in order to assess my suitability for employment.
This job description outlines the general nature and responsibilities of the role but is not an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, or requirements. Duties may be adjusted as needed, and team members may be asked to perform other tasks as assigned, in compliance with applicable laws. Reasonable accommodations will be made for individuals with disabilities.
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