Accounting Manager

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Accounting Manager

Join a prominent multi-office professional services firm and play a key leadership role shaping financial operations in a dynamic environment. This is a hands-on opportunity ideal for accounting professionals who thrive in complex, high-volume settings and are passionate about process improvement and compliance.

Accounting Manager Benefits & Compensation

• Competitive base salary ($90K–$100K) based on experience
• Opportunity to develop and lead an accounting team within a growing firm
• Professional development and advancement potential

Accounting Manager Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 5–8+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2–3 years in a leadership role
• Experience in a high-volume, multi-entity environment (legal industry strongly preferred)
• Strong understanding of contingency fee structures and trust accounting (IOLTA experience a plus)
• Advanced proficiency in accounting systems such as QuickBooks, Sage Intacct, and Excel
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills

Accounting Manager Preferred Background & Skills

• Experience operating in the legal or professional services sector, especially with contingency-based models
• Proven record of driving process improvements and adding structure in growing organizations

Accounting Manager Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, and cash management
• Manage month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting
• Maintain and reconcile trust accounts (IOLTA) with strict compliance to legal and ethical standards
• Track and account for case costs, settlements, and contingency fee revenue recognition
• Supervise and mentor accounting staff, fostering accountability and effective delegation
• Partner with leadership to provide financial insights, reporting, and forecasting
• Coordinate with external auditors, tax advisors, and banking partners
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and scalability
• Assist with budgeting, cash flow management, and long-term financial planning

This role offers the chance to build structure, lead change, and make a measurable impact within a respected professional services organization.

JOB ID: 173823

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Sarah Rowland-Varner

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