Accounting Manager Phoenix AZ
- City: Phoenix
- State: Arizona
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Mid-size defense litigation firm in downtown Los Angeles seeking an Accounting Manager to oversee the billing, accounts receivable, account payable and accounting staff. Job Functions for non-exempt Account Manager position are as follows: ⢠Supervise the workflow and performance of the billing specialist and accounts payable staff, including providing ongoing performance feedback. ⢠Managing the day-to-day operations of the billing and accounts payable functions including billing, cash management, and accounts payable ⢠Oversee the month and year-end closing procedures ⢠Process semi-monthly payroll and tax filing requirements; submission of 401k Contributions ⢠Collaborate with CPA and Managing Partner ⢠Monitor and evaluate process improvements and project and ensure milestone completion ⢠Responsible for client trust accounting for retainer and settlement accounts ⢠Responsible for firm's submission of local, state and federal tax reports ⢠Prepare weekly/monthly billing cycle reports for Managing Partner. ⢠Preparation of firm budget ⢠Preparation of timekeeper productivity reports ⢠Oversee and prepare Profit and Loss Statement, Balance Sheet, Trial Balance and cashflow reports ⢠Handle general ledger ⢠Bank reconciliations ⢠Monitor accounts receivables and supervise collection efforts ⢠Resolve complex billing issues, open new client/matters in finance system, set-up special billing arrangements in billing system; provide assistance with case budget issues; troubleshoot basic finance software issues ⢠Responsible for hiring, training and development of finance staff Skills & Experience: ⢠Minimum 5+ years of accounting experience in a law firm , including 3 years in a supervisory role ⢠Bachelor's degree in business, accounting, finance, legal or related field preferred, but not required ⢠Legal E-Billing Knowledge: 3+ years required; experience with Legal Tracker, Tymetrix, Counsel Go, Collaborati, and CounselLink preferred ⢠Understanding of general accounting principles; Finance, accounts receivable, payable and client trust account recordkeeping ⢠Ability to examine issues, make appropriate decisions and ensure prompt actions to ensure data integrity ⢠Strong working knowledge of, and hands-on practical experience with, technology tools and applications typically used in Legal department settings including eBilling and Matter Management software ⢠Understanding of billing guidelines and rules; able to evaluate rates ⢠Experience in project management ⢠Strong technical skills; proficient in all Microsoft Office applications ⢠Experience with Rippe & Kingston's LMS finance software, Elite software, or Timeslips software preferred. ⢠Working knowledge of corporate finance/budgeting practices ⢠Work independently, taking initiative to move projects to conclusion ⢠Must be a team player, detail oriented and organized. Able to manage multiple projects and work well under pressure of deadlines ⢠Must have a sense of urgency relating to client requests and should be able to meet deadlines ⢠Excellent customer service acumen and ability to interface with partners, associates, staff members, clients and vendors and demonstrate patience, understanding and integrity with clients and all staff members ⢠Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing ⢠Maintain confidentiality of client and internal finance information ⢠Appearance and behavior consistent with the firm's policies and procedures
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