Remote Accounting Manager — Law Firm Operations Lead

Johnleonard; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

2 remote days/week after onboarding

Job summary

JOHN LEONARD, a Boston law firm, is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee general ledger, client trust accounting, payroll, and regulatory compliance. Reporting to the COO, you will manage cash flow, monthly close, and financial reporting in a professional services setting.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 7+ years of accounting management experience in a law firm or professional services environment, with hybrid work and a $90K-$120K salary plus bonus eligibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required.
• 7+ years of accounting management experience within a law firm or professional services environment.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, payroll, client trust accounting, and compliance requirements.
• Experience with law firm accounting and practice-management systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial operations including cash flow, banking, wire transfers, and credit card management.
• Manage client trust accounting, including deposits, disbursements, and compliance.
• Maintain the general ledger, process invoices and payments, and complete monthly reconciliations.
• Process biweekly payroll and administer employee benefits and 401(k) contributions.
• Coordinate month-end and year-end close and prepare reports.
• Ensure GAAP compliance, tax requirements, and internal policies.
• Coordinate tax filings and support audits.

Skills

Payroll management

Client trust accounting

GAAP knowledge

Microsoft Office

Analytical skills

Education

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

Tools

Law firm accounting software

Job description

JOHN LEONARD, a Boston law firm, is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee general ledger, client trust accounting, payroll, and regulatory compliance. Reporting to the COO, you will manage cash flow, monthly close, and financial reporting in a professional services setting.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 7+ years of accounting management experience in a law firm or professional services environment, with hybrid work and a $90K-$120K salary plus bonus eligibility.