Job Title: Accountant

Location: Remote (U.S.-based preferred)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Reports To: CEO

About Us

We are a consulting firm that helps law firms scale their business through strategy, systems, and team development. Our mission is to give our clients the operational structure and data-driven clarity they need to run profitable, sustainable, and people-focused firms.

We’re growing quickly and looking for an Accountant who thrives in a fast-paced environment and understands how to manage financial operations for a service-based consulting business.

Position Overview

The accountant will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the company’s financial operations — including bookkeeping, reconciliations, reporting, and cash flow management. You’ll ensure accuracy and transparency in financial records and provide valuable insights that help drive strategic business decisions.

This role requires attention to detail, strong communication, and the ability to manage multiple accounts (our own firm and potentially our law firm clients’ consulting projects).

Key Responsibilities

Manage day-to-day bookkeeping and general ledger entries.
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
Handle accounts payable and receivable, vendor payments, and reconciliations.
Maintain accurate records in accounting software (QuickBooks, Xero, or similar).
Create budgets and forecasts for internal business planning.
Track expenses and ensure proper categorization of consulting-related costs.
Manage payroll coordination and contractor payments.
Prepare financial statements and analysis for management review.
Support tax preparation and coordinate with external CPA firms.
Develop financial dashboards and recommend process improvements for efficiency.
Ensure compliance with financial regulations and best practices.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA preferred but not required).
3+ years of accounting experience, preferably in professional services, consulting, or law firm environments.
Proficiency in QuickBooks Online, Excel, and Google Workspace.
Strong understanding of financial statements and cash flow management.
Experience managing budgets, forecasts, and reconciliations independently.
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
Strong organizational and communication skills.
Comfortable working in a remote, high-accountability, and collaborative environment.

Preferred Experience

Experience supporting law firms or legal service businesses.
Familiarity with consulting or agency-style project billing.
Ability to generate and interpret financial KPIs (profitability per client, gross margins, etc.).
Knowledge of multi-state payroll or contractor compliance.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

Flexible, remote-first culture.
Opportunity to grow with a rapidly expanding company serving law firms nationwide.
Collaborative and supportive team environment.
Ability to make an immediate impact through data-driven financial leadership.

The Firm Exp jobs

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