Legal Firm Accountant
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About the Role
EBS Topografia is seeking a detail-oriented and highly professional Legal Firm Accountant to join our finance team in Doha. This role is responsible for managing all financial operations within a legal services environment, ensuring accurate accounting, compliance with regulations, and efficient financial reporting.
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Overview
EBS Topografia is seeking a detail-oriented and highly professional **Legal Firm Accountant** to join our finance team in Doha.
This role is responsible for managing all financial operations within a legal services environment, ensuring accurate accounting, compliance with regulations, and efficient financial reporting.
The ideal candidate will have strong accounting expertise with experience in service-based or professional firm environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger maintenance
- Handle client billing, legal fee invoicing, and trust account reconciliation with accuracy and confidentiality
- Track retainers, case-related expenses, and client cost allocations
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports
- Ensure proper recording and monitoring of legal firm revenue streams and expenditures
- Reconcile bank accounts and client trust accounts on a regular basis
- Collaborate with legal professionals and administrative staff to ensure accurate financial documentation
- Support budgeting and forecasting for firm operations and departmental expenses
- Assist in audit preparation and ensure compliance with accounting standards (IFRS) and regulatory requirements
- Maintain strict confidentiality of financial and client-related data
- Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and efficiency within the firm
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
- Proven experience in accounting, preferably within a legal firm, consultancy, or professional services environment
- Strong understanding of billing systems, trust accounting, and service-based revenue models
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP systems
- Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to handle confidential and sensitive financial information with integrity
- Good communication skills for coordination with legal and administrative teams
Preferred Skills
- Experience working in law firms or professional services companies
- Knowledge of legal billing systems and client trust accounting procedures
- Familiarity with IFRS and financial reporting standards
- Professional certifications such as CPA, CMA, or ACCA are an advantage
What We Offer
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Professional and structured work environment
- Opportunities for career growth in legal and professional services finance
- Exposure to diverse legal and corporate financial operations
How To Apply
Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV along with a cover letter outlining their relevant experience in legal or professional firm accounting.
Pay: QAR210,000.00 per year
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