Agility Recruiting

Accounting Manager

Agility Recruiting - Oakland, CA, United States

We are seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to lead our accounting department for a well-established law firm in Oakland. This is a hybrid role requiring 3 days in office and 2 days remote. The ideal candidate will have prior law firm accounting experience and proven team management skills to oversee our growing accounting operations.

Key Responsibilities

Team Leadership & Management

  • Supervise and mentor a team
  • Provide guidance, training, and performance management for accounting staff
  • Collaborate with consultative CPA on complex accounting matters

Law Firm Accounting Operations

  • Oversee high-volume accounts payable operations and vendor management
  • Manage trust accounting and IOLTA compliance in accordance with state bar regulations
  • Administer pooled accounts and litigation funds with proper documentation and controls
  • Ensure accurate cash-based accounting using QuickBooks
  • Prepare and review quarterly financial statements and reports

Financial Management & Compliance

  • Maintain internal controls and ensure compliance with legal industry regulations
  • Monitor cash flow and fund management across multiple client accounts
  • Coordinate with external CPA for year-end processes and audit support
  • Implement and maintain accounting policies and procedures specific to law firms

Required Qualifications

  • Law firm accounting experience required - minimum 3-5 years
  • Team management/supervisory experience - minimum 2+ years leading accounting staff
  • Trust accounting and IOLTA compliance knowledge and experience
  • QuickBooks proficiency - advanced level required
  • Strong understanding of cash-based accounting principles
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
  • Knowledge of legal industry regulations and compliance requirements

Preferred Qualifications

  • CPA certification or working toward certification
  • Experience with pooled accounts and litigation fund management
  • Advanced Excel skills and financial reporting experience
  • Familiarity with legal practice management software

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary commensurate with experience
  • Extensive paid time off including holidays, personal days, and floating holidays.
  • Hybrid work environment (3 days in office, 2 days remote)
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Collaborative work environment with experienced legal professionals

Location & Schedule

  • Location: Oakland, CA office
  • Schedule: Hybrid - 3 days in office, 2 days remote
  • Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent



Compensation: 120000



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