Accounting Manager

Client Overview:

Our client is an established professional services organization seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to join its team. This individual will oversee day-to-day accounting operations, lead the accounting team, and partner with leadership on financial reporting and operational initiatives.

$115k - $140k

The Accounting Manager will oversee the accounting function, including financial reporting, month-end and year-end close, reconciliations, budgeting, internal controls, and bank/trust accounting. This position will also lead and develop accounting staff while identifying opportunities to improve processes and efficiencies.

• Lead and develop a team of accounting professionals.
• Oversee daily accounting operations and preparation of financial statements and management reports.
• Lead monthly and annual close, including journal entries, reconciliations, account analysis, and financial review.
• Manage operating, trust, payroll, and other bank account reconciliations.
• Prepare financial analysis, variance reporting, dashboards, and key metrics.
• Support annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.
• Maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Oversee trust accounting compliance and monthly trust reconciliations.
• Prepare and review fixed assets, depreciation, lease accounting, accruals, and supporting schedules.
• Coordinate external audits, tax engagements, government filings, and other reporting requirements.
• Identify process improvements, automation opportunities, and accounting technology enhancements.

• 5+ years of Accounting Manager or equivalent-level accounting experience.
• Strong full-cycle accounting, financial reporting, month-end close, general ledger, journal entry, and reconciliation experience.
• Previous experience managing and developing accounting professionals.
• Strong knowledge of internal controls and accounting procedures.
• Strong analytical, organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.

• Law firm and/or professional services industry experience.
• Trust accounting experience.
• CPA license and/or Master’s degree.
• Experience implementing accounting process improvements and automation.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required.
• Master’s degree preferred.

• Competitive benefits package offered.