Office Manager / Controller

Key Resource Group, LLC; Town of Tonawanda (NY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Key Resource Group, LLC is seeking an Office Manager / Controller to oversee the firm’s business operations in the Buffalo area. This role combines accounting, HR, and operations in a collaborative environment, with hybrid flexibility.

The candidate will lead payroll, benefits, onboarding/offboarding, vendor management, and daily operations, while guiding attorneys and staff to improve efficiency and organizational processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field preferred.
• Experience in office administration, business operations, accounting, or related field.
• Knowledge of bookkeeping, payroll, benefits, and financial oversight.
• Experience handling HR responsibilities and employee-related matters.
• Prior leadership or supervisory experience.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Law firm experience preferred, but not required.
• MBA and/or CPA is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting, bookkeeping, and financial operations.
• Manage payroll, benefits administration, and employee-related processes.
• Coordinate onboarding, offboarding, time-off requests, and other HR functions.
• Manage vendor relationships and assist with administrative needs.
• Provide leadership and guidance to attorneys and support staff.
• Oversee daily business operations and identify opportunities to improve efficiency.
• Maintain organized processes and help ensure the firm runs smoothly.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field

MBA

CPA

Job description

Salary Range: $100,000 - $125,000 annually

Hybrid flexibility

A growing law firm in the Buffalo area is seeking an Office Manager / Controller to oversee the business operations of the firm. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional who enjoys wearing multiple hats and taking ownership of accounting, HR, and day-to-day operations in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee accounting, bookkeeping, and financial operations
• Manage payroll, benefits administration, and employee-related processes
• Coordinate onboarding, offboarding, time-off requests, and other HR functions
• Manage vendor relationships and assist with administrative needs
• Provide leadership and guidance to attorneys and support staff
• Oversee daily business operations and identify opportunities to improve efficiency
• Maintain organized processes and help ensure the firm runs smoothly

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related field preferred
• Experience in office administration, business operations, accounting, or a related field
• Knowledge of bookkeeping, payroll, benefits, and financial oversight
• Experience handling HR responsibilities and employee-related matters
• Prior leadership or supervisory experience
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Law firm experience preferred, but not required
• MBA and/or CPA is a plus

Key Resource Group, LLC considers applicants for all positions without regard to gender, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, citizenship, veteran status, gender expression and/or identity, or any other class protected by federal, state, or local laws. Key Resource Group, LLC is an equal opportunity employer.