Accounting Assistant

Excellent Opportunity to Learn Law Firm Accounting – Training Provided!

A growing, mission-driven law firm is seeking an Accounting Assistant to join its Boston office. This is a great opportunity for someone with a basic understanding of accounting who wants to develop their skills and build a long-term career in legal accounting.

The firm has approximately 85 attorneys and staff across two East Coast offices and represents nonprofit and for-profit clients worldwide.

No prior law firm accounting experience required – the firm is willing to train!

• Hybrid
  
  Schedule:
  
  3 days in-office during the first 90 days, transitioning to just 2 days in-office
• Location: Downtown Boston; must live within a 45-minute commute
• Team: Join a collaborative 5-person accounting team across Boston and Washington, DC
• Growth: Hands‑on training and the opportunity to develop expertise in law firm accounting

• Process accounts payable and employee expense reimbursements.
• Assist with collections and accounts receivable follow-up.
• Support the Billing Coordinator with client billing and invoicing.
• Maintain accurate accounting records and assist with reconciliations and reporting.
• Collaborate with the accounting team to ensure timely and accurate financial processes.
• Assist with special projects and other accounting department initiatives.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent experience
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and processes
• 2–3 years of office experience preferred, ideally in a professional services environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat
• Experience with LMS/SurePoint, Center Suite, or similar accounting and reporting systems is a plus
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and willingness to learn
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively

This is an excellent opportunity to break into the legal industry and gain valuable accounting experience with a growing, established law firm. You'll receive hands‑on training, work with an experienced team, and develop skills in accounts payable, billing, collections, and financial operations.

The position is full-time and non-exempt, with overtime eligibility under applicable law. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. Employment is subject to a satisfactory background check, and the firm participates in E-Verify.