Director of Accounting
Job Description
Job Description
We are looking for an experienced Director of Accounting to oversee core finance operations for a legal organization in New York, New York. This Long-term Contract position will guide accounting activities, strengthen reporting accuracy, and support leadership with clear financial insight. The role requires a hands-on leader who can manage daily accounting functions while maintaining strong controls, dependable processes, and high service standards across the firm.
Responsibilities:• Direct daily accounting operations across the general ledger, payables, receivables, billing, collections, payroll, and partner-related payments.
• Lead the month-end close process and deliver accurate financial statements along with timely management reporting.
• Manage cash flow activities, banking relationships, and vendor disbursements to ensure smooth financial operations.
• Preserve the accuracy of accounting records and uphold compliance with accounting guidance, firm procedures, and client billing expectations.
• Coach and supervise accounting staff, promoting accountability, focused growth, and responsive internal client support.
• Evaluate financial controls and implement practical process enhancements that reduce risk and improve efficiency.
• Provide firm leadership with financial analysis and operational insight to support informed business decisions.
• Oversee the effective use of Aderant and related financial tools to support reporting, workflow consistency, and accounting performance.• Demonstrated experience leading month-end close and preparing financial reports in a detail-focused services or legal environment.
• Strong knowledge of legal accounting practices, including partnership accounting, billing, collections, and partner distributions.
• Hands-on experience with Aderant, Elite 3E, or another comparable legal finance platform.
• Solid understanding of internal controls, external audit support, and financial statement audit processes.
• Advanced Excel skills with the ability to analyze data and present financial information clearly to leadership.
• Experience with cash management, vendor invoice processing, and oversight of banking activity.
• CPA credential is preferred or equivalent accounting leadership experience.
• Familiarity with tools such as BlackLine is a plus.
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