Legado Talent · 1 week ago
Senior Accounting Manager
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$90K/yr - $120K/yr
4+ years expLegado Talent is seeking a Senior Accounting Manager to oversee all day-to-day accounting operations. The role involves preparing financial statements, monitoring cash flow, and supervising accounting staff while ensuring efficient financial operations and compliance with accounting policies.
Staffing & Recruiting
Hiring Manager
Tyler Waechter
Responsibilities
Oversee all day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and month-end close
Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
Monitor cash flow, operating expenses, and firm budgets
Maintain accurate financial records in QuickBooks and related systems
Oversee preparation and distribution of a high volume of checks with accuracy and accountability
Supervise and support 3–4 accounting/administrative staff members
Monitor and improve workflows for efficiency and accuracy
Collaborate with leadership to ensure timely financial operations
Coordinate with external CPAs for tax filings, audits, and year-end reporting
Maintain and improve accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred)
4+ years of accounting experience, preferably within a law firm or professional services environment
Strong knowledge of trust accounting, rules, and legal billing practices
Experience with legal accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks or similar)
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
Strong communication skills and ability to work directly with partners and attorneys
Preferred
CPA preferred
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package
Company
Legado Talent
Welcome to Legado Talent! We are a nationwide recruiting firm established in Kansas City.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase