Accounting Manager

Kubicki-Draper; Kendall (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401(k) with matching

Hybrid flexibility

PTO

Job summary

Kubicki Draper in Miami is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee day-to-day accounting, manage a 10+ person team, and ensure accurate financial records and timely closing.

This hands-on, in-office role reports to the Finance Director/Controller and emphasizes internal controls, trust account handling, payroll, AR/AP, and collaboration with vendors and staff to improve procedures.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in bookkeeping, accounting, or accounting management for a mid to large sized law firm.
• Strong working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, bank reconciliations, and general bookkeeping.
• Experience managing or reconciling trust accounts.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to handle confidential financial information with discretion.
• Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform and oversee day-to-day bookkeeping functions, including maintaining accurate financial records and account reconciliations.
• Manage trust accounts, including transactions, reconciliations, recordkeeping, and ensuring funds are properly accounted for.
• Supervise Accounts Receivable, includes posting payments
• Supervise Accounts Payable, including invoice processing, payment scheduling, vendor records, and account reconciliation.
• Process payroll accurately and on schedule, including maintaining appropriate payroll records.
• Review accounting transactions for accuracy and proper documentation.
• Reconcile bank, trust, and other balance sheet accounts.
• Assist the Finance Director with month-end and year-end accounting processes.
• Prepare accounting reports and supporting schedules as needed.
• Maintain organized financial records and ensure accounting procedures and internal controls are followed.
• Coordinate with employees, vendors, customers/clients, and outside professionals regarding accounting matters.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting procedures, controls, and efficiency.

Skills

5+ years experience

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Discretion with confidential data

Strong communication

Education

Associate Degree in Accounting

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Trust accounting software

Job description

Kubicki Draper is seeking an experienced, organized, and dependable Accounting Manager to oversee the day-to-day accounting functions of our organization. This is a hands-on, in-office position, based in the firm's Miami location. This role reports directly to the Finance Director/Controller and plays an important role in maintaining accurate financial records, managing accounting processes, and ensuring timely completion of financial responsibilities. Will be responsible for managing a team of 10+ employees.

Your Day-to-Day

1. Perform and oversee day-to-day bookkeeping functions, including maintaining accurate financial records and account reconciliations.

2. Manage trust accounts, including transactions, reconciliations, recordkeeping, and ensuring funds are properly accounted for.

3. Supervise Accounts Receivable, includes posting payments

4. Supervise Accounts Payable, including invoice processing, payment scheduling, vendor records, and account reconciliation.

5. Process payroll accurately and on schedule, including maintaining appropriate payroll records.

6. Review accounting transactions for accuracy and proper documentation.

7. Reconcile bank, trust, and other balance sheet accounts.

8. Assist the Finance Director with month-end and year-end accounting processes.

9. Prepare accounting reports and supporting schedules as needed.

10. Maintain organized financial records and ensure accounting procedures and internal controls are followed.

11. Coordinate with employees, vendors, customers/clients, and outside professionals regarding accounting matters.

12. Identify opportunities to improve accounting procedures, controls, and efficiency.

What You Bring

1. At least 5 years’ experience in bookkeeping, accounting, or accounting management for a mid to large sized law firm.

2. Strong working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, bank reconciliations, and general bookkeeping.

3. Experience managing or reconciling trust accounts.

4. Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

5. Excellent organizational and time-management skills.

6. Ability to handle confidential financial and payroll information with discretion.

7. Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

8. Ability to work independently while collaborating closely with the Finance Director.

9. Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel.

Education

Minimum of an Associate Degree in Accounting (Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting strongly preferred).

About Us

We offer competitive pay, top-tier medical insurance, 401(k) with matching, and much more.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to Grow: We’re expanding fast and offer hands-on experience, mentorship, and real career advancement.

• Work-Life Balance: We value you - not just as an employee but as an individual. Enjoy hybrid flexibility, PTO, and wellness-forward programs.

• Long-Term Value: Over 20% of our team has been with us for 10+ years. We invest in your future – at every stage.

• Inclusive Culture: We’re not just a law firm— we’re a team. One that values collaboration, supports innovation, and champions diverse perspectives. In fact, over 70% of our attorneys come from diverse backgrounds, reflecting the communities we serve.

At Kubicki Draper, we combine over 60 years of legal excellence with a modern, inclusive, and growth-oriented culture. With more than 250 attorneys across 12 offices, we are a trusted leader in trial, appellate, insurance defense, commercial, and real estate litigation.

No matter where you are in your legal journey—from your first case to your hundredth—you’ll find the support, challenge, and opportunity to succeed.