Accounting Manager - Personal Injury Law Firm (Koreatown)

Justia; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holidays

Health & Dental Insurance (available 1

Paid Vacation and Sick Leave

401k eligibility after 1 year

Technology-driven firm

Team events & continuing education

Job summary

Sepulveda Sanchez Law is seeking an Accounting Manager to lead financial operations, including bank reconciliations, trust accounts, and reporting. You will ensure accuracy in settlements, fees, and client allocations while supporting growth and compliance in a fast-paced legal environment.

The role emphasizes meticulous financial management, payroll processing, and collaboration with the lien negotiator to secure timely payments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 3 years of proven experience as an Accounting Manager, ideally within the legal industry/personal injury field.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and relevant financial regulations & deadlines.
• Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office, with advanced Excel skills.
• Experience with bank reconciliations and financial reporting.
• Knowledge of QuickBooks and CASEPEER is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Handling bank reconciliations for operating and client trust accounts.
• Keep our case settlements organized and detailed, ensuring accuracy in attorney fees, costs, and client allocations.
• Issuing payments and performing audits for our case expense line of credit with accuracy.
• Managing our working capital line of credit, ensuring smooth operations.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable processes
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations while processing transactions accurately.
• Dive into daily banking activities with efficiency.
• Transfer Attorneys Fees and Costs from Trust Account to Operating Account under dual control systems
• Generate insightful financial reports to track our progress and inform decision-making.
• Maintain the integrity of our general ledger and trust balance.
• Timely invoice payments and payroll processing, ensuring smooth operations.
• Ensure case breakdowns accurate and work with the lien negotiator on timely payment with confidence and expertise.
• Manage personal accounts payable for managing attorney
• Issue client settlement checks and medical provider checks

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Thrives under pressure

Bank reconciliations

Financial reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

MS Office

Excel

QuickBooks

CASEPEER

Job description

Description

Are you a numbers wizard with a passion for finance and a knack for organization? Ready to take your career to the next level with a dynamic and growing legal team? Look no further! At Sepulveda Sanchez Law, we're on a mission to revolutionize the personal injury landscape in California, and we need a talented Accounting Manager to join us on this journey.

About Us

Sepulveda Sanchez Accident Lawyers isn't your average law firm - we're a powerhouse of legal expertise, fueled by our dedication to putting clients first and embracing a culture of teamwork and continuous improvement. With our unstoppable "mamba mentality," we're committed to delivering exceptional legal services and securing the best possible outcomes for our clients across the state.

The Role

As our Accounting Manager, you'll be a vital part of our team, playing a key role in managing our financial operations and supporting our firm's growth and success. From handling bank reconciliations to preparing financial reports, your attention to detail and financial expertise will help us stay ahead of the game.

Responsibilities

• Handling bank reconciliations for both operating and client trust accounts.
• Keep our case settlements organized and detailed, ensuring accuracy in attorney fees, costs, and client allocations.
• Issuing payments and performing audits for our case expense line of credit with accuracy.
• Managing our working capital line of credit, ensuring smooth operations.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable processes
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations while processing transactions accurately.
• Dive into daily banking activities with efficiency.
• Transfer Attorneys Fees and Costs from Trust Account to Operating Account under dual control systems
• Generate insightful financial reports to track our progress and inform decision-making.
• Maintain the integrity of our general ledger and trust balance.
• Timely invoice payments and payroll processing, ensuring smooth operations.
• Ensure case breakdowns accurate and work with the lien negotiator on timely payment with confidence and expertise.
• Manage personal accounts payable for managing attorney
• Issue client settlement checks and medical provider checks

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred
• 3 years of proven experience as a Accounting Manager, preferably within the legal industry/personal injury field.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and relevant financial regulations & deadlines.
• Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office, with advanced Excel skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail analysis and organizational abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and under pressure.
• Experience with bank reconciliations and financial reporting preferred.
• Knowledge of QuickBooks and legal practices is a plus.
• Knowledge of CRM tool CASEPEER is a plus

Benefits

• Paid Holidays
• Health & Dental Insurance (available after 30 days)
• Paid Vacation and Sick Leave
• 401k eligibility after 1-year requirement
• Salary commensurate with experience
• Technology-driven firm
• Inclusion within firm culture - work events, continuing education, etc