Newmeyer Dillion · 3 months ago
Law Firm Accounting Manager
Newport Beach, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$115K/yr - $125K/yr
10+ years expNewmeyer Dillion is a multi-service law firm recognized for its construction and insurance work. The Accounting Manager will oversee the accounting department's operations, ensure accurate transaction recording, manage billings and collections, and support the finance team in achieving departmental goals.
ConsultingLegalManagement Consulting
Responsibilities
Oversee the operations of the accounting department, including the design of an organizational structure adequate for achieving the department's goals and objectives
Ensure that all transactions are recorded accurately and appropriately in the general ledger
Ensure billings are sent timely and accurately, and collections are pursued to optimize cash flow
Ensure that accounts payable are paid in an accurate and timely manner
Oversee client/matter intake and conflicts checks
Assist the department team as necessary
Manage the firm's daily entry of deposits into the operating and trust bank accounts and accounting software
Handle client inquiries and credit card processing
Prepare daily cash reporting for the Controller
Review new client matter forms and update originating and supervising variable splits
Process write-offs in Aderant and maintain a summary of write-offs in Excel (Accounts Receivable)
Maintain an orderly accounting filing system
Assist with year-end documents for CPA as needed
Collaborate with the Controller to develop Finance and Accounting team goals in alignment with the firm's goals
Provide coaching, support, and set professional development plans with Controller to assist direct reports in reaching their full potential through the performance management process
Ensure the team delivers the highest standard of departmental, cross-departmental, and cross-office internal and external client service, and teamwork
Project a united front with the Firm's management team
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or finance related field preferred
At least 10 years of progressively responsible finance and accounting experience, including supervisory experience (preferably in the legal industry)
Sound knowledge of generally accepted accounting procedures and principles
Proficiency in Aderant Software (preferred) or equivalent, MS Office 2010 Suite (including advanced Excel skills), and payroll/HRM systems
Strong business and financial acumen
Effective communication skills with the ability to lead others through change and strategic initiatives
Proven ability to build effective teams, coach, and develop others
Ability to influence and network within the firm and with third parties
Skilled at communicating at all levels, including preparing and delivering effective presentations
Ability to assist with the firm's short- and long-term priorities, evaluate and recommend systems, processes, and policies to support these priorities cost-effectively, and align resources to key goals
Demonstrates resilience after debate and the ability to present a united front with the firm's management team
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or finance related field preferred
Proficiency in Aderant Software (preferred) or equivalent
Company
Newmeyer Dillion
Newmeyer Dillion is a law firm that provides a wide range of business legal counsel services.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Aaron Lovaas
Partner
Alan Packer
Partner
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