Accounting Manager

• Manage and integrate the firm’s core accounting functions, including general ledger, billing, and accounts payable operations
• Manage general ledger operations, including journal entries, account analysis, reconciliations, and month-end and year-end close
• Ensure completeness and accuracy of financial records in accordance with established accounting policies and internal controls
• Support audits, financial reviews, and ad hoc reporting requests
• Oversee firm-specific accounting requirements
• Oversee end-to-end billing operations, including monthly billing cycles, write-offs, bill cancellations, and application of funds
• Review and approve billing adjustments
• Research and resolve complex billing, origination, timekeeping, and contingent matter issues in Aderant
• Oversee accounts payable processing, including vendor payments, employee reimbursements, and p-card expense processing
• Ensure firm payables are properly coded to the general ledger and comply with internal approval controls
• Supervise client disbursement entries
• Manage vendor setup, compliance, and reporting
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives
• Maintain advanced functional knowledge of Aderant accounting and billing modules
• Evaluate, document, and improve accounting workflows, controls, and procedures
• Support system enhancements, reporting improvements, and integration efforts
• Ensure consistent application of firm accounting standards across departments and offices
• Supervise accounting, billing, and accounts payable personnel
• Review staff work product
• Train and onboard new team members
• Establish best practices and standard operating procedures
• Ensure adequate coverage during staff absences and peak processing periods

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting
• Active CPA license
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience with significant law firm or professional services exposure
• 7+ years of management or supervisory experience
• Extensive knowledge of law firm accounting, billing, and accounts payable processes
• Advanced proficiency in Aderant or comparable legal accounting systems
• Strong Excel skills including reconciliations and financial analysis
• Ability to manage complex accounting and billing issues
• High level of technical accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and operate independently within established policies
• Professional communication skills
• ability to interact effectively with attorneys and senior leadership
• Commitment to confidentiality and ethical standards

Aderant preferred

Bonus