Accountant – Law Firm Experience

SourcePro Search, LLC; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

SourcePro Search, LLC has an opening for an experienced Accountant with law firm experience in New York. The role supports the firm’s Controller across billing, receivables, payables, and general accounting in a hybrid in-office/remote setup.

You will own critical accounting functions, ensure accuracy, and collaborate with attorneys and staff to optimize financial processes within a dynamic legal practice. A strong background in billing and ledger work is essential.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of accounting experience, preferably within a law firm or professional services environment.
• Billing, A/P, A/R, and general ledger accounting.
• Attention to detail, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (QuickBooks, Elite, Aderant, or similar platforms a plus).
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance is highly preferred (not required).
• A proactive attitude and eagerness to grow with the firm as it continues to expand.

Responsibilities

• Process client billing and ensure accuracy and timeliness.
• Review and edit pre-bills per attorney instruction and client guidelines.
• Identify and resolve errors in time entries or disbursements.
• Prepare final bills and cover letters; post bills upon approval.
• Follow up with attorneys regarding billing timelines and collection issues.
• Maintain trust balances, WIP, and unapplied cash.
• Reconcile client accounts and send reminders as needed.
• Conduct bank reconciliations and daily deposit tracking.
• Generate and analyze billing and collections reports.
• Code and process invoices, expense reports, and check requests.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve invoice discrepancies.
• Prepare batch check runs and respond to inquiries.
• Maintain and organize accounting files and assist in improving the A/P process.
• Assist with GL entries, account reconciliations, and monthly financial reports.
• Support the Controller in the day-to-day operations of the Accounting Department.

Skills

Billing

Accounts Payable

Accounts Receivable

GL Accounting

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem solving

Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

QuickBooks

Elite

Aderant

Job description

Accountant – Law Firm Experience

Location: New York, NY (Hybrid: 4 days in office, Fridays from home)
Full-Time | Salary: $90,000–$110,000+ (commensurate with experience)

A prominent law firm in New York is seeking a highly experienced Accountant to support the firm’s Controller across key finance operations including billing, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and general accounting. This is a fantastic opportunity for a proactive, detail-oriented professional with law firm experience to take ownership of vital accounting functions and grow within a dynamic, team-focused environment.

What You’ll Do:

Accounts Receivable / Billing

• Process and manage client billing, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Review and edit pre-bills per attorney instruction and client guidelines.
• Identify and resolve errors in time entries or disbursements.
• Prepare final bills and cover letters; post bills upon approval.
• Follow up with attorneys regarding billing timelines and collection issues.
• Maintain special billing arrangements and monitor trust balances, WIP, and unapplied cash.
• Reconcile client accounts and send reminders as needed.
• Conduct bank reconciliations and daily deposit tracking.
• Generate and analyze billing and collections reports.

Accounts Payable

• Code and process invoices, expense reports, and check requests.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve invoice discrepancies.
• Prepare batch check runs and respond to internal/external inquiries.
• Maintain and organize accounting files and assist in improving the A/P process.

General Accounting

• Assist with GL entries, account reconciliations, and monthly financial reports.
• Support the Controller in the day-to-day operations of the Accounting Department.
• Provide administrative support to ensure accuracy and organization of all financial documentation.

What You’ll Bring:

• 10+ years of accounting experience, preferably within a law firm or professional services environment.
• Solid background in billing, A/P, A/R, and general ledger accounting.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (QuickBooks, Elite, Aderant, or similar platforms a plus).
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance is highly preferred (not required).
• A proactive attitude and eagerness to grow with the firm as it continues to expand.

This position offers the opportunity to work directly with the firm’s Controller and play a key role in shaping the financial efficiency and operations of a thriving legal practice. Flexibility exists for the right candidate.