Accounting Assistant, hybrid, great law firm!

Accounting Assistant – Law Firm

Boston, MA | Hybrid | $60,000–$75,000 Bonus

Excellent Opportunity to Learn Law Firm Accounting – Training Provided!

A growing, mission-driven law firm is seeking an Accounting Assistant to join its Boston office. This is a great opportunity for someone with a basic understanding of accounting who wants to develop their skills and build a long-term career in legal accounting.

The firm has approximately 85 attorneys and staff across two East Coast offices and represents nonprofit and for-profit clients worldwide.

No prior law firm accounting experience required – the firm is willing to train!

Position Highlights

• Salary: $60,000–$75,000 bonus potential
• Hybrid Schedule: 3 days in-office during the first 90 days, transitioning to just 2 days in-office
• Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:30 PM (40-hour workweek)
• Location: Downtown Boston; must live within a 45-minute commute
• Team: Join a collaborative 5-person accounting team across Boston and Washington, DC
• Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package, including 12 paid federal holidays
• Growth: Hands-on training and the opportunity to develop expertise in law firm accounting

Key Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable and employee expense reimbursements.
• Assist with collections and accounts receivable follow-up.
• Support the Billing Coordinator with client billing and invoicing.
• Maintain accurate accounting records and assist with reconciliations and reporting.
• Collaborate with the accounting team to ensure timely and accurate financial processes.
• Assist with special projects and other accounting department initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent experience
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and processes
• 2–3 years of office experience preferred, ideally in a professional services environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat
• Experience with LMS/SurePoint, Center Suite, or similar accounting and reporting systems is a plus
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and willingness to learn
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This is an excellent opportunity to break into the legal industry and gain valuable accounting experience with a growing, established law firm. You'll receive hands-on training, work with an experienced team, and develop skills in accounts payable, billing, collections, and financial operations.

The position is full-time and non-exempt, with overtime eligibility under applicable law. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. Employment is subject to a satisfactory background check, and the firm participates in E-Verify.

If you have a foundation in accounting and are eager to learn and grow, we'd love to hear from you!

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Our commitment to you is that we will work very hard to find you the right match. Our hope is that you will be very happy that you have chosen to work with us and that you feel we have done a good job for you. Please browse our web site, www.bonniejones.com and contact us so that we can make a happy match for you!