Accounting Manager

Consilio LLC; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive total compensation

Comprehensive benefits program

Robust paid time off

Well-being resources and programs

Job summary

A leading law firm in Los Angeles seeks an Accounting Manager to oversee the end-to-end billing process and manage accounting staff. This position requires a bachelor's degree in Accounting, with a preference for CPA or MBA qualifications. The ideal candidate will possess robust accounting experience, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to navigate complex financial systems. Competitive compensation and benefits include a hybrid work schedule and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• Minimum of eight years of increasingly complex Accounting experience.
• At least six years in an Accounting management position.
• Four years of experience in general accounting practices.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a subject matter expert to billing attorneys and leadership.
• Partner with Global Billing team for firmwide best practices.
• Manage and coordinate accounting staff for timely departmental delivery.
• Provide guidance on financial metrics and budgeting.
• Oversee inventory management process and safeguard financial information.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Understanding financial systems

Customer service mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Job description

An Am Law 100 firm is seeking an Accounting Manager to join its Accounting team in Los Angeles. This role supports office operations through strong knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and law firm accounting practices, and contributes to the strategic planning and execution of departmental and Finance Committee objectives. The Accounting Manager oversees the end-to-end billing process for the office, including billing and collection activities.

This position is based in their Century City office and may be eligible for a flexible, hybrid work schedule combining in-office and remote work.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Serve as a subject matter expert to billing attorneys, senior office and department leadership, and the Finance Committee.
• Partner with the Global Billing team to implement and administer firmwide billing and inventory management best practices.
• Manage, develop, and coordinate accounting staff to ensure timely, accurate delivery of departmental objectives.
• Provide guidance, training, and strategic support on billing and accounting matters, including financial metrics, rate analysis, alternative fee arrangements, budgets, and fixed-fee matters.
• Drive the Firm’s “Gold Standard” inventory management process, overseeing billing timeliness, reporting, inventory meetings, collections support, and safeguarding all sensitive and confidential financial information.

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Have the ability to quickly develop a strong understanding of the firm’s financial systems and processes.
• Demonstrate polished interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all levels of the organization.
• Thrive in a collaborative, team-oriented environment with a strong customer service mindset.

And have:

• A bachelor's degree in Accounting, or related field
• Preferably a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Master of Business Administration (MBA)
• A minimum of eight (8) years of increasingly complex Accounting experience
• A minimum of six (6) years of experience in an Accounting management capacity
• A minimum of four (4) years of experience in general accounting practices

Benefits & Additional Information

• Competitive total compensation package, including performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive benefits program, including healthcare, life, and disability insurance, and a generous 401(k) plan.
• Robust paid time off, including at least 11 paid holidays annually and a PTO program starting at 23 days in the first year, increasing with tenure.
• Well-being resources and programs, including mental health support, wellness initiatives, and medical resources.

Consilio, LLC is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.