Kansas City, MO
Summary This role is responsible for overseeing all accounting functions, managing accounting personnel, and ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of financial reporting. The Director of Accounting partners closely with the CFO, firm leadership, and external advisors to maintain strong internal controls, regulatory compliance, and best‑in‑class accounting operations.
Responsibilities Accounting Operations & Leadership
Oversee all accounting operations
Provide leadership, direction, and performance management to the accounting team
Directly manage and mentor the Controller and Staff Accountants, who report into this role
Establish and maintain strong internal controls and accounting policies across the firm
Financial Close, Reporting & Controls
Provide oversight of the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
Ensure accurate and timely preparation of financial statements and internal management reporting
Review and analyze financial results to support decision‑making by firm leadership
Maintain compliance with GAAP, regulatory standards, and law firm‑specific accounting requirements
Treasury, Cash & Capital Management
Oversee treasury and cash management functions, including liquidity planning and cash flow forecasting
Manage banking relationships and coordinate capital and debt activities
Provide oversight of payroll processes and related controls
Ensure compliance with firm policies and financial governance standards
Audit, Tax & External Coordination
Serve as primary point of coordination with external auditors and tax advisors
Oversee audit planning, preparation of schedules, workpapers, and responses
Coordinate federal, state, and local tax compliance, including partnership‑related filings
Support timely and effective completion of all external reporting obligations
Strategic Partnership & Process Improvement
Partner with the CFO on strategic financial initiatives and operational improvements
Identify opportunities to enhance accounting processes, systems, and reporting efficiency
Collaborate cross‑functionally with Finance, Operations, IT, Human Resources and firm leadership
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
CPA strongly preferred
5–10 years of progressive accounting experience, with required experience in a large law firm or legal/professional services environment
Prior experience leading or supervising accounting staff
Strong experience across financial reporting, monthly close, treasury, payroll, audit coordination, and internal controls
Deep knowledge of GAAP and partnership accounting
Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
Experience supporting a complex, multi‑office law firm
Familiarity with law firm financial systems and reporting structures
Experience with Elite 3E and Chrome River a plus
Personal Characteristics
Proven leader and developer of high‑performing accounting teams
Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and able to manage competing priorities
Strong judgment with an operational and strategic mindset
Adaptable, collaborative, and open to change
Demonstrates the highest standards of integrity and professionalism
Compensation
Budgeted range for this role-$300,000.00 -$350,000.00 annually plus bonus
Salary: $300,000.00-$350,000.00 annually plus bonus
Date Active: 02/12/2026
Exempt/Not Exempt: Exempt
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Summary This role is responsible for overseeing all accounting functions, managing accounting personnel, and ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of financial reporting. The Director of Accounting partners closely with the CFO, firm leadership, and external advisors to maintain strong internal controls, regulatory compliance, and best‑in‑class accounting operations.
Responsibilities Accounting Operations & Leadership
Oversee all accounting operations
Provide leadership, direction, and performance management to the accounting team
Directly manage and mentor the Controller and Staff Accountants, who report into this role
Establish and maintain strong internal controls and accounting policies across the firm
Financial Close, Reporting & Controls
Provide oversight of the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
Ensure accurate and timely preparation of financial statements and internal management reporting
Review and analyze financial results to support decision‑making by firm leadership
Maintain compliance with GAAP, regulatory standards, and law firm‑specific accounting requirements
Treasury, Cash & Capital Management
Oversee treasury and cash management functions, including liquidity planning and cash flow forecasting
Manage banking relationships and coordinate capital and debt activities
Provide oversight of payroll processes and related controls
Ensure compliance with firm policies and financial governance standards
Audit, Tax & External Coordination
Serve as primary point of coordination with external auditors and tax advisors
Oversee audit planning, preparation of schedules, workpapers, and responses
Coordinate federal, state, and local tax compliance, including partnership‑related filings
Support timely and effective completion of all external reporting obligations
Strategic Partnership & Process Improvement
Partner with the CFO on strategic financial initiatives and operational improvements
Identify opportunities to enhance accounting processes, systems, and reporting efficiency
Collaborate cross‑functionally with Finance, Operations, IT, Human Resources and firm leadership
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
CPA strongly preferred
5–10 years of progressive accounting experience, with required experience in a large law firm or legal/professional services environment
Prior experience leading or supervising accounting staff
Strong experience across financial reporting, monthly close, treasury, payroll, audit coordination, and internal controls
Deep knowledge of GAAP and partnership accounting
Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
Experience supporting a complex, multi‑office law firm
Familiarity with law firm financial systems and reporting structures
Experience with Elite 3E and Chrome River a plus
Personal Characteristics
Proven leader and developer of high‑performing accounting teams
Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and able to manage competing priorities
Strong judgment with an operational and strategic mindset
Adaptable, collaborative, and open to change
Demonstrates the highest standards of integrity and professionalism
Compensation
Budgeted range for this role-$300,000.00 -$350,000.00 annually plus bonus
Salary: $300,000.00-$350,000.00 annually plus bonus
Date Active: 02/12/2026
Exempt/Not Exempt: Exempt
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