Finance & Accounting Coordinator

Altman Nussbaum Shunnarah Trial Attorneys•Boston, MA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Altman Nussbaum Shunnarah Trial Attorneys is a rapidly growing personal injury law firm based in Boston with offices across the nation. We handle complex cases and provide each attorney and staff with the support they need enabling us to best serve our clients. Our attorneys and staff pride themselves on their skill set, experience, compassion, and commitment. We are dedicated to giving our clients the utmost attention and care while fighting for them to get what they deserve. At Altman Nussbaum Shunnarah Trial Attorneys, we take a real approach. We are innovative, always finding ways to be better, and have a go-getter mentality across the board. Each team member plays a critical role in our mission. We know our people are what makes us great. If you’re looking for a career where you can help make a difference in the lives of others alongside a supportive team, we encourage you to apply! What We Value Client Commitment Integrity A Will to Win Teamwork Personal Accountability Passion Position Summary The Finance & Accounting Coordinator oversees and supports the daily financial and administrative operations of the law firm. This role is responsible for managing accounting activities, transaction processing, cash flow monitoring, financial recordkeeping, invoice and payment management, and operational financial support. The position serves as a key financial contact for attorneys, firm leadership, vendors, and staff while ensuring accuracy, accountability, confidentiality, and compliance in all financial matters. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, dependable, and capable of managing both high-level financial oversight and day-to-day administrative financial tasks in a fast-paced legal environment.

Requirements

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred
Previous accounting, bookkeeping, finance/ accounting coordination, or administrative support experience preferred
Experience in a law firm or professional services environment is a plus
Strong knowledge of bookkeeping and financial recordkeeping principles
Proficiency in QuickBooks and Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel
Strong organizational, multitasking, and time-management skills
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to handle confidential financial and legal information professionally
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
Willingness to learn and adapt to firm financial procedures and operational processes

Nice To Haves

Experience managing law firm settlement disbursements and attorney fee payments
Familiarity with payroll processing and bank reconciliations
Understanding of cash flow management and operational accounting
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

Responsibilities

Manage and support all day-to-day financial operations and accounting activities of the firm
Maintain accurate financial records, transaction logs, and supporting documentation
Record, reconcile, and organize financial transactions in QuickBooks and internal tracking systems
Process and reconcile checks, wire transfers, ACH payments, deposits, and vendor payments
Monitor daily cash balances across multiple bank accounts
Track all incoming and outgoing funds with complete accuracy and accountability
Assist with invoice processing, payment scheduling, and timely disbursements
Manage partner distributions, attorney fee payments, operational expenses, rent, utilities, and vendor accounts
Support payroll review and processing activities
Transfer funds between accounts as needed to maintain operational cash flow
Reissue or correct payments and checks when necessary
Track settlement disbursements and attorney fee allocations
Verify accuracy of financial transactions and supporting documentation
Maintain organized financial records for audit, compliance, and reporting purposes
Provide attorneys and firm leadership with account balances, payment updates, and financial reporting information
Respond to finance-related inquiries from attorneys, vendors, and internal staff
Assist leadership with budgeting, financial planning, and operational reporting
Monitor firm cash flow and proactively ensure sufficient funding for firm obligations
Maintain strict confidentiality regarding all financial, legal, and client information
Provide administrative and operational support related to finance functions as needed
Ensure all financial processes are completed accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with firm policies and procedures