Senior Accountant
About The Position
The Senior Accountant is responsible for maintaining the integrity of the firm’s financial records while supporting key accounting, trust accounting, and financial reporting functions. This role will oversee the day-to-day accounting activities related to attorney trust accounts, general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and financial analysis to ensure accurate and timely reporting. The ideal candidate is a proactive, analytical accounting professional with prior experience in a personal injury law firm who understands the complexities of attorney trust accounting, settlement transactions, and law firm financial operations. This individual will work closely with the Corporate Controller to strengthen internal controls, improve processes, and support strategic financial decision-making.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
- Minimum of 3 years of accounting experience within a personal injury law firm.
- Strong understanding of attorney trust accounting and settlement transactions.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Nice To Haves
- Proficiency in NetSuite and Litify (or other case management software) a plus
Responsibilities
- Maintain and reconcile attorney trust (IOLTA) accounts.
- Review settlement activity to ensure compliance with firm policies and applicable trust accounting regulations.
- Monitor trust balances and identify discrepancies for timely resolution.
- Assist with trust account issues and requests.
- Prepare and post journal entries.
- Reconcile balance sheet accounts monthly.
- Maintain general ledger accuracy and integrity.
- Assist with month-end and year-end close processes.
- Ensure adherence to accounting policies and internal controls.
- Assist with external audits and tax support requests.
- Recommend and implement process improvements that increase efficiency and accuracy.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives within the accounting department.
- Partner with Accounting, Operations, Legal, and Executive Leadership to resolve accounting issues.
- Provide support on special projects assigned by the Corporate Controller.
- Serve as a trusted resource for accounting questions across the organization.
Benefits
- Medical Insurance including Dental and Vision
- Paid Time off- Vacation and Sick time
- Robust Holiday Schedule
- Summer Fridays (Early closures Memorial Day- Labor Day)
- 401k Plans + matching for qualifying employees
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
