Accountant - Law Firm Experience

Accountant – Law Firm Experience

📍 Location: New York, NY (Hybrid: 4 days in office, Fridays from home)
💼 Full-Time | Salary: $90,000–$110,000+ (commensurate with experience)

A prominent law firm in New York is seeking a highly experienced Accountant to support the firm’s Controller across key finance operations including billing, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and general accounting. This is a fantastic opportunity for a proactive, detail-oriented professional with law firm experience to take ownership of vital accounting functions and grow within a dynamic, team-focused environment.

What You’ll Do:

Accounts Receivable / Billing

• Process and manage client billing, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Review and edit pre-bills per attorney instruction and client guidelines.
• Identify and resolve errors in time entries or disbursements.
• Prepare final bills and cover letters; post bills upon approval.
• Follow up with attorneys regarding billing timelines and collection issues.
• Maintain special billing arrangements and monitor trust balances, WIP, and unapplied cash.
• Reconcile client accounts and send reminders as needed.
• Conduct bank reconciliations and daily deposit tracking.
• Generate and analyze billing and collections reports.

Accounts Payable

• Code and process invoices, expense reports, and check requests.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve invoice discrepancies.
• Prepare batch check runs and respond to internal/external inquiries.
• Maintain and organize accounting files and assist in improving the A/P process.

General Accounting

• Assist with GL entries, account reconciliations, and monthly financial reports.
• Support the Controller in the day-to-day operations of the Accounting Department.
• Provide administrative support to ensure accuracy and organization of all financial documentation.

What You’ll Bring:

• 10+ years of accounting experience, preferably within a law firm or professional services environment.
• Solid background in billing, A/P, A/R, and general ledger accounting.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (QuickBooks, Elite, Aderant, or similar platforms a plus).
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance is highly preferred (not required).
• A proactive attitude and eagerness to grow with the firm as it continues to expand.

This position offers the opportunity to work directly with the firm’s Controller and play a key role in shaping the financial efficiency and operations of a thriving legal practice. Flexibility exists for the right candidate.