Law Firm Accountant

Join a collaborative and high-performing team at a respected law firm, where your law firm accounting experience will have a direct impact on the financial health and daily operations of the firm. Whether your strengths lie in legal billing, payroll, compliance, or broader financial analysis, this role offers the opportunity to work within a positive and trusted environment.

$90,000.00/yr - $/yr

Portland, OR

• Assist with core financial operations across billing, payroll, and reporting.
• Use your analytical skills to prepare reconciliations, journal entries, and variance reports.
• Support a reputable, professional team that values work life balance and their staff.
• Hybrid opportunity after training period and excellent benefits.

• Prepare financial reports and reconciliations to support firmwide decision-making.
• Manage billing, collections, trust accounts, and vendor payments.
• Oversee payroll processing and associated tax filings.
• Support annual audits, financial reporting, and benefit administration.
• Identify process improvements and provide backup support to the accounting team.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting and 5–8 years of experience (law firm experience required).
• Strong understanding of GAAP, ABA guidelines, payroll/tax rules, and internal controls.
• Proficiency in Excel and accounting software; strong reconciliation and reporting experience.
• Ability to analyze data, manage deadlines, and communicate financial insights.
• Detail-oriented, reliable, and comfortable working both independently and with a team.

This office position involves walking and seated work at a desk, including typing, reaching, bending, and regular use of a computer.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes diverse candidates. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of background, identity, or status.

This position is offered through the Legal Northwest Branch of NW Staffing Resources. When applying through , please click Apply Here and select the Legal Northwest Branch for immediate consideration. Or contact our office directly at  to speak with a Recruiter. Job # 139732.

• Not Applicable

• Full-time

• Accounting/Auditing and Legal

• Law Practice and Accounting