Legal Accounting Manager

Burnett Specialists

Houston, TX

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounts Payable, Budgeting, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), External Audit, Financial Analysis, Financial Compliance, Financial Reporting, General Ledger Accounting, Journal Entries, Leadership, Legal, Mentoring, Operations, Process Improvement, Professional Services
LOCATION
Houston, TX
POSTED
30+ days ago

Legal Accounting Manager | Houston 

Looking for a hands-on Accounting Manager ready to step into a high-visibility role working directly with leadership!

This is a great opportunity to join a stable, growing professional services firm where you’ll oversee daily accounting operations and play a key role in financial reporting and compliance.

? What you will be doing:
?? Oversee full-cycle accounting (AP, cash receipts, payroll)
?? Manage and mentor accounting staff
?? Own month-end close, journal entries, and general ledger
?? Lead trust accounting (IOLTA) + compliance ??
?? Support financial reporting, analysis, and budgeting
?? Partner directly with COO + external CPA/audit team
?? Maintain strong internal controls and improve processes

? What we are looking for:
?? 5–7+ years of accounting experience
?? Law firm or professional services experience strongly preferred
?? Strong trust accounting + compliance knowledge
?? Leadership experience with a hands-on approach
?? Comfortable working with executives and auditors

? Why this role stands out:
?? Reports directly to the COO
?? High-visibility leadership role
?? Mix of operations + strategy
?? 4 days in office / 1 remote
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