Description
Burlington, Vermont based Paul Frank + Collins P.C. is seeking an experienced Legal Accounting / Finance Administrator to assist with the firm's day-to-day accounting operations.
The ideal candidate will be analytical and have a strong understanding of accounting principles and processes. This position requires excellent interpersonal and communication skills as this person will work closely with the management team, attorneys, and other employees of our 50-employee law firm. The ability to multi-task and handle a variety of assignments is essential. This is an in-person position primarily with some flexibility to work on a hybrid remote basis occasionally. The pay range will vary depending upon the experience and skills of the new hire.
Essential functions include but are not limited to:
- Accounting/Financial Reporting – General ledger, time and billing, knowledge of GAAP and compliance with those principles.
- Collaborate with accounts payable and accounts receivable staff.
- Produce and analyze monthly balance sheets, income statements, and detailed financial reports for attorneys and management.
- Process monthly bank reconciliations and journal entries.
- Oversee cash flow and monitor daily banking transactions.
- Audit internal accounting controls, IOLTA and IOLA trust rules.
- Maintain the firm’s banking relationships including cash management and commercial lending.
- Assist with the budgets and year-end processes for the firm’s capital, operating, and revenue budgets.
- Work with accountants on preparation of financial statements, federal and state tax return filing, and fixed asset depreciation.
- Assist with the firm’s general business and professional liability insurance policies and programs.
- Other projects and duties as assigned.
PF+C serves its clients throughout North America and internationally from its Burlington, Vermont office. The firm offers all the resources and opportunities of a large, international law firm while fostering a local, collegial, and collaborative work culture. We provide a competitive salary commensurate with experience, and excellent benefits in a truly sophisticated and exciting legal environment.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Business related field; CPA helpful, but not required.
- Five or more years of experience in accounting, with law firm experience preferred.
- Strong understanding of accounting, finance and management principles.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal).
- Proficiency with Microsoft office including advanced Excel skills.
- Experience with Juris accounting a plus, but not required.
- High level of efficiency and accuracy.
- Attention to detail and the ability to analyze large amounts of data.
- Ability to meet deadlines and multi-task are essential.
Please apply with a cover letter and resume.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, or a related field
- Five or more years of accounting experience
- Law firm accounting experience
- CPA certification
- Strong understanding of accounting, finance, and management principles
- Excellent written and verbal interpersonal and communication skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
- Experience with Juris accounting
- High efficiency and accuracy
- Strong attention to detail and ability to analyze large amounts of data
- Ability to meet deadlines and multitask
What We Do
Paul Frank + Collins P.C. is a Burlington, Vermont-based full-service law firm serving local, regional, national, and international clients. Established by Allan Paul, Joseph Frank, and Peter Collins, the firm advises businesses, banks, insurers, municipalities, and other organizations across practices including business transactions, commercial finance, insurance, litigation, taxation, intellectual property, property development, and public finance, while providing sophisticated counsel and litigation representation tailored to clients' needs.
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