Director of Accounting Position Available In Broward, Florida

Director of Accounting Atrium Staffing – 3.9 Fort Lauderdale, FL Job Details $180,000 – $220,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Microsoft Excel CPA Analysis skills Bachelor’s degree Team management GAAP Accounting Law office Senior level Leadership Accounting Communication skills 10 years Full Job Description Our client is a prestigious and well-established law firm in Fort Lauderdale known for its long-standing reputation, experienced leadership, and commitment to excellence in legal services. The firm offers a collaborative environment with a loyal, high-performing team and strong core values. They are now looking for a Director of Accounting .

Salary/Hourly Rate:

$180k – 220k DOE plus discretionary bonus

Position Overview:

We’re seeking an experienced Director of Accounting to lead and oversee the firm’s accounting department. This individual must bring extensive law firm accounting experience and have a successful track record managing large teams (25+ staff). This person will report directly to the CFO. The ideal candidate is hands-on, detail-oriented, and comfortable in a high-volume, fast- paced environment. A CPA designation is a strong plus. Responsibilities of the

Director of Accounting:

Lead and oversee all accounting functions including general ledger, financial reporting, A/R, A/P, and trust accounting. Supervise, mentor, and manage a team of 25+ accounting professionals. Prepare and review financial statements and reports in accordance with GAAP. Perform and review cash to GAAP conversions and adjustments. Partner with executive leadership to develop and manage firmwide budgets and forecasts. Ensure compliance with internal controls, firm policies, and industry best practices. Liaise with external auditors, tax professionals, and other third-party partners. Identify and implement process improvements to streamline accounting operations. Maintain the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial data and reporting. Required Experience/Skills for the

Director of Accounting:

10+ years of progressive accounting experience. Must have recent law firm experience. Proven experience managing a team of 25 or more. In-depth knowledge of GAAP and full-cycle accounting. Demonstrated experience with cash to GAAP conversions. Proficiency in accounting systems and Microsoft Excel. Strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills. High attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy. Preferred Experience/Skills for the

Director of Accounting:

CPA designation (preferred, not required). Experience with E3 software or similar legal accounting platforms. Familiarity with trust accounting and legal billing systems.

Education Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (required).

Benefits:

Medical. Dental. Vision. Life Insurance. Paid Time Off. 401(k) Plan. Collaborative and professional work environment. By applying to this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, and/or emails from Atrium and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to opt out on any message you receive. For more details, please review our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy . As a woman-owned firm, we value diversity. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), age, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability (physical or mental), genetic information, citizenship or any other characteristic protected by law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Candidates who apply for roles through the Atrium website will be added to our candidate pool and may be considered for additional roles of a similar title. Please contact us to request an accommodation.

EOE/M/F/D/V/SO

Position ID:

155608