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Accounting Operations Manager Job Description Our company is seeking an experienced Accounting Operations Manager to oversee daily accounting operations, payroll, trust accounting, and financial reporting while supervising a small team. The ideal candidate will have a background in small to mid-sized companies with a hands-on approach to accounting. Key Responsibilities: Oversee day-to-day accounting operations including A/P, A/R, billing, trust accounting, and general ledger Supervise and mentor a team of up to 3 direct reports including a bookkeeper and admin clerks Manage legal financial workflows, including credit recoveries, clawbacks on legal/service-related payments, and disbursement tracking Ensure proper accounting treatment of legal fees, commissions, bonuses, and prepaid card disbursements Oversee payroll processing via ADP, including handling of bonuses and special disbursements Review and reconcile trust and general accounts in compliance with regulatory requirements Prepare monthly financial statements, variance analyses for firm leadership Prepare budgeting and cash flow forecasting efforts; monitor department spending and budget adherence Ensure timely and accurate bank reconciliations, journal entries, and account adjustments Participate in reviewing EFT/vendor payments, internal expense reports, and quarterly filings (e.g., HST, levy forms) Required Skills and Qualifications: CPA designation (or in progress); candidates with strong relevant law firm experience may also be considered Experience with legal financial processes including credit recoveries, legal transactions, clawback disbursements, legal fee handling, payroll and bonuses, and prepaid card disbursements Background in small to mid-sized companies with a hands-on approach to accounting Proficient in full-cycle and day-to-day accounting operations Industry experience in law firms, insurance/claims accounting, collections, lending, or similar sectors Experience in managing and developing accounting or finance teams Proficient in Quick Books and Microsoft Dynamics 365 Benefits: Salary Range: $90,000 - $100,000/year Opportunity to advance within a dynamic and rapidly expanding company Collaborative work environment Others: Equal Opportunity Employer: Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.