Accounting Manager – Law Firm (Boston)

Hackett Feinberg P.C.; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackett Feinberg P.C. in Boston, MA seeks an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee the firm's accounting operations, including general ledger, client trust accounting, payroll, and financial reporting.

You will drive month-end and year-end close, ensure GAAP compliance, and lead process improvements across systems while partnering with senior leadership on budgets and reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 7-10 years of accounting management experience in a law firm or professional services environment.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, payroll, and compliance requirements.
• Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a hybrid work environment.

Responsibilities

• Monitor cash flow and manage firm bank accounts, wires, and ACH processes.
• Administer client trust (IOLTA) accounts in compliance with applicable regulations.
• Prepare journal entries, maintain the general ledger, and reconcile accounts monthly.
• Process bi-weekly payroll, manage 401(k), PTO, and employee benefits administration.
• Coordinate monthly/annual financial closings and prepare financial reports.
• Ensure GAAP and tax compliance, including 1099s and Business Use Tax filings.
• Identify and lead process improvements, including system transitions.

Skills

Accounting management

Payroll

Financial reporting

GAAP

Regulatory compliance

Audit coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Finance-related degree acceptable

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Hackett Feinberg, a well-established Boston law firm, is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee the firm's accounting operations. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, you'll manage general ledger functions, client trust accounting, payroll, and financial reporting, while playing a key role in month-end/year-end close and process improvement.

What You'll Do

• Monitor cash flow and manage firm bank accounts, wires, and ACH processes
• Administer client trust (IOLTA) accounts in compliance with applicable regulations
• Prepare journal entries, maintain the general ledger, and reconcile accounts monthly
• Process bi-weekly payroll, manage 401(k), PTO, and employee benefits administration
• Coordinate monthly/annual financial closings and prepare financial reports
• Ensure GAAP and tax compliance, including 1099s and Business Use Tax filings
• Identify and lead process improvements, including system transitions

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 7-10 years of accounting management experience in a law firm or professional services environment
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, payroll, and compliance requirements
• Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Office
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a hybrid work environment

Hackett Feinberg is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering and preserving an inclusive workplace. We encourage qualified individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply.