Accounting Manager - (Law Firm Services)

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Join a top-20 accounting and business consulting firm known for its innovative and entrepreneurial approach. With a clear purpose of making a positive impact on clients, communities, and team members, this firm offers a dynamic environment that encourages continuous improvement and values authenticity.

We are seeking a seasoned and client-facing Accounting Manager to lead engagements within its Law Firm Services practice — overseeing a portfolio of law firm clients, managing and mentoring a team of accounting professionals, and serving as the primary point of accountability for financial accuracy, compliance, and client satisfaction. The ideal candidate brings deep law firm accounting experience, fluency in the financial and operational nuances of legal practice management, and ideally hands-on experience with ProLaw or comparable legal practice software. This is a high-visibility role for a strategic thinker who is equally comfortable diving into technical accounting detail and building trusted relationships with law firm leadership.

This is an excellent opportunity to grow your career with a leading U.S.-based company in a fully remote environment that values empowerment, positive energy, and professional growth.

What You'll Do

Plan, direct, and coordinate outsourced accounting services for a portfolio of law firm clients — ensuring timely, accurate, and compliant monthly financial deliverables
Serve as the primary client relationship manager, acting as a trusted advisor to law firm partners and administrators on financial reporting, controls, and process improvement
Oversee trust and IOLTA account management across client engagements, ensuring full compliance with state bar regulations and applicable professional standards
Review and approve monthly financial statements, management reports, matter-based reporting, WIP analyses, and realization summaries
Provide technical expertise on US GAAP requirements as applied to law firm operations, including revenue recognition, partner compensation structures, and cost allocation
Act as liaison between law firm clients and external auditors, facilitating audit readiness and managing information requests• Lead the onboarding of new law firm clients — including system setup, workflow design, staff training, and resource allocation
Mentor and develop a team of senior and staff accountants, serving as a Performance Coach and fostering a culture of continuous learning
Support business development by participating in prospect meetings, developing pricing models, and drafting engagement proposals for law firm opportunities
Drive continuous improvement of accounting systems, internal controls, and workflows across the law firm services practice

What You Need

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
5+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, with significant direct experience in a law firm or legal services accounting required
Deep understanding of law firm financial operations.
Proven ability to manage multiple client engagements simultaneously with strong prioritization, time management, and client communication skills
Proficiency with legal practice management software — ProLaw experience is a significant advantage; experience with Aderant, Elite 3E, Coyote Analytics, or similar platforms is also valued
Strong knowledge of accounting platforms such as QuickBooks Online, Sage Intacct, Bill.com, Ramp, or Expensify
Demonstrated leadership experience — prior management or mentorship of accounting staff in a client services or professional services environment
Excellent written and verbal English communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial information clearly to law firm partners and executive-level stakeholders
Nice to have:
CPA or CMA license (active or in progress)
Experience in an outsourced accounting or multi-client advisory firm environment
Track record of implementing or improving accounting systems and workflows within law firm environments
Familiarity with legal billing software such as Tabs3, TimeSolv, or Bill4Time

Salary & Perks

Competitive Salary
This is a full-time, long-term position.
The position is immediately available and requires entering into an independent contractor agreement with TLNT.
Work from home.
Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm (+/- 1 hour accepted) - PST or CST.
Additional perks.

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Accounting Manager (Law Firm Services)