Accounting Manager
About The Position
Position Summary: The Accounting Manager oversees the financial accounting and management of trust funds within the firm. This role involves managing financial reporting, ensuring compliance with trust regulations, and supervising the accounting team. The ideal candidate will be experienced in financial management, with a strong understanding of trust accounting and regulatory requirements. Key Responsibilities: Manage and oversee the accounting functions related to financial reporting and trust accounts, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal and regulatory standards. Prepare and review financial statements, reports, and budgets for the firm’s financials and trust accounts. Monitor and manage trust fund transactions, including deposits, withdrawals, and disbursements, ensuring proper documentation and compliance with trust agreements. Supervise and provide guidance to the accounting team, including training, performance evaluations, and workflow management. Coordinate with internal and external auditors during financial audits and regulatory reviews, providing necessary documentation and addressing any issues. Develop and implement accounting policies and procedures to enhance efficiency and ensure compliance with relevant regulations. Prepare financial analysis and reports to support decision-making and strategic planning. Ensure timely and accurate processing of invoices, payments, and reconciliations for trust and financial accounts. Stay current with industry regulations and best practices related to financial and trust accounting. Job Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required. A CPA designation or equivalent is preferred. At least 7 years of experience in accounting, with a focus on financial management and trust accounting. Previous experience in a managerial or supervisory role is preferred. Strong understanding of financial accounting principles, trust fund management, and regulatory requirements. Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to mentor and guide accounting staff. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to generate accurate financial reports and insights. Attention to detail and accuracy in financial documentation and reporting. Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Why Join Bradley? We offer more than just a job — we provide a place to build your career. Bradley offers: Competitive salaries, commensurate with experience. Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement. Professional development support, including CLE tracking and training programs. A collaborative, inclusive, and supportive culture.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required.
- At least 7 years of experience in accounting, with a focus on financial management and trust accounting.
- Strong understanding of financial accounting principles, trust fund management, and regulatory requirements.
- Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to mentor and guide accounting staff.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to generate accurate financial reports and insights.
- Attention to detail and accuracy in financial documentation and reporting.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Nice To Haves
- A CPA designation or equivalent is preferred.
- Previous experience in a managerial or supervisory role is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Manage and oversee the accounting functions related to financial reporting and trust accounts, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal and regulatory standards.
- Prepare and review financial statements, reports, and budgets for the firm’s financials and trust accounts.
- Monitor and manage trust fund transactions, including deposits, withdrawals, and disbursements, ensuring proper documentation and compliance with trust agreements.
- Supervise and provide guidance to the accounting team, including training, performance evaluations, and workflow management.
- Coordinate with internal and external auditors during financial audits and regulatory reviews, providing necessary documentation and addressing any issues.
- Develop and implement accounting policies and procedures to enhance efficiency and ensure compliance with relevant regulations.
- Prepare financial analysis and reports to support decision-making and strategic planning.
- Ensure timely and accurate processing of invoices, payments, and reconciliations for trust and financial accounts.
- Stay current with industry regulations and best practices related to financial and trust accounting.
Benefits
- Competitive salaries, commensurate with experience.
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement.
- Professional development support, including CLE tracking and training programs.
- A collaborative, inclusive, and supportive culture.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
