Position: Law Firm Accounting Specialist

Location: Boston, MA, 02108
Type: Part-time, with the potential to convert to a full-time position. (100% remote, but local candidates preferred for occasional in-person meetings)

About Us:

Hsuanyeh Law Group P.C. (“HLG”) is an Intellectual Property (IP) boutique law firm based in Boston, Massachusetts. Founded by inventor-entrepreneur Hsuanyeh Chang, PhD, with a doctorate in theoretical physics, HLG specializes in all aspects of IP. This includes patent/trademark preparation and prosecution, post-grant proceedings (e.g., inter partes review, post-grant review) in the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), litigation actions in federal district court, and proceedings before the U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC).

Responsibilities:

• Manage all aspects of the firm's financial operations, including client billings, cash receipts, accounts payable, attorney compensation, payroll & related reporting.
• Prepare and analyze financial reports, budgets, and forecasts to provide valuable insights and recommendations to firm management.
• Oversee trust accounting, ensuring compliance with legal and ethical standards.
• Coordinate with attorneys to ensure accurate and timely billing of client accounts.
• Assist with year-end financial audits and tax preparation.
• Stay up-to-date on relevant accounting regulations and ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Provide financial guidance and support to firm leadership as needed.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field, required; CPA certification, preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of accounting experience in a law firm, required
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and regulations, required.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, etc.), payroll software (e.g. Gusto) and Microsoft Excel, required
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills, required.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks, required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues at all levels, required.

Our firm currently includes 8 attorneys and 2 non-attorney staff, and is expanding rapidly.

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive benefits package, including health and dental insurance plans
• A flexible, collaborative and inclusive work environment
• Opportunities for career advancement

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $27.26 - $40.00 per hour

Expected hours: 15 – 20 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Physical setting:

• Office

Experience:

• Microsoft Excel: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• CPA (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Boston, MA 02108