Legal Accounting Manager

Nason, Yeager, Gerson, Harris & Fumero p.A.; Florida; On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Nason, Yeager, Gerson, Harris & Fumero, P.A. in Palm Beach Gardens seeks a Legal Accountant to support accounting, financial reporting, budgeting and compliance, with payroll backup duties as needed.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in accounting, 5+ years in the legal industry, strong GAAP knowledge and proficiency in Aderant Expert. Excellent analytical, communication, and discretion are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting.
• 5+ years of experience in the legal industry, preferably within a mid-sized or large law firm.
• 5+ years of accounting/finance experience with increasing responsibility.
• Strong proficiency in Aderant Expert or similar legal accounting software.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and law firm accounting practices.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools.
• Experience supporting payroll operations and acting as a payroll backup.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Assist with accounting, financial reporting, budgeting and compliance.
• Serve as a backup for payroll processing.
• Work closely with the Finance Manager and report findings and results.
• Maintain GAAP compliance and accurate financial records.
• Foster strong analytical and communication skills across the finance team.

Skills

GAAP

Excel

Payroll

Analytical

Communication

Organization

Discretion

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

Aderant Expert

Job description

Nason Yeager is a multi-service law firm founded in 1960, offering a broad range of legal services. Our Palm Beach Gardens office is currently seeking a Legal Accountant.

Candidates must be able to assist with accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance while serving as a backup for payroll processing. The ideal candidate brings legal industry experience, strong accounting expertise, and deep proficiency in Aderant Expert. The candidate will work closely with and report to the Finance Manager.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting.
• 5+ years of experience in the legal industry, preferably within a mid-sized or large law firm.
• 5+ years of accounting and/or finance experience, with progressively increasing responsibility.
• Strong proficiency in Aderant Expert or similar legal accounting software.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and law firm accounting practices.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools.
• Experience supporting payroll operations and acting as a payroll backup.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.

This is a full-time, onsite position at our Palm Beach Gardens office, with a competitive benefits package and salary commensurate with experience.

Work Arrangement:

Full-time, in-office

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Nason, Yeager, Gerson, Harris & Fumero, P.A. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and employment process.