Accounting Lead

Berry Law Firm Veterans Disability Attorneys

Lincoln, United States
Not specified; not specified; comprehensive health...
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Six or more years of combined education and/or experience in accounting
Two years of experience in a professional services or legal environment
Advanced proficiency in microsoft excel including vlookups and pivot tables
** Berry Law Firm is seeking an Accounting Lead to oversee their billing and accounting functions, ensuring efficient financial operations while supporting attorneys and clients. The ideal candidate should have extensive accounting experience, leadership skills, and proficiency in accounting software, with a commitment to detail and compliance. **

Job Summary

  • The Accounting Lead serves as the operational leader of Berry Law's billing and accounting functions, bridging the CFO and Billing Specialists.
  • The role requires ensuring client funds are not comingled with the Firm's operating funds while maintaining strict trust accounting compliance.
  • Berry Law is recognized by Inc. Magazine's 5000 fastest-growing companies for six consecutive years and offers comprehensive health insurance and 401(k) matching.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** Berry Law Firm is seeking an Accounting Lead to oversee their billing and accounting functions, ensuring efficient financial operations while supporting attorneys and clients. The ideal candidate should have extensive accounting experience, leadership skills, and proficiency in accounting software, with a commitment to detail and compliance. **

Salary

Not specified; Not specified; Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision); 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching; Generous paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Six or more years of combined education and/or experience in accounting
  • Two years of experience in a professional services or legal environment
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel including VLOOKUPs and pivot tables
  • Strong understanding of accounting fundamentals and reconciliations
  • Experience with trust accounting rules and compliance requirements

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with QuickBooks Online and Bill.com
  • Familiarity with Filevine or other legal practice management software
  • Knowledge of legal billing practices and regulations
  • Experience supporting audits or preparing audit documentation
  • Ability to effectively communicate financial information to attorneys

Key Requirements

  • Six or more years of combined education and/or experience in accounting
  • Minimum two years of experience in a professional services or legal environment
  • Demonstrated leadership ability and experience coordinating or mentoring team members
  • High level of integrity and ability to handle confidential information

Work Rights

Not specified

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