Staff Accountant
Lydecker LLP•Miami, FL
•Hybrid
About The Position
The Staff Accountant supports the financial operations of the law firm by maintaining accurate financial records, managing billing and client trust accounts, and ensuring compliance with legal and accounting standards. This role works closely with attorneys, billing staff, and management to support financial reporting and day-to-day accounting functions.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field
- 2–4 years of accounting experience (law firm or professional services preferred)
- Knowledge of accounting principles (GAAP)
- Familiarity with legal billing systems and trust accounting practices
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software
Nice To Haves
- Experience with legal/accounting software (e.g., Clio, Elite, Aderant, or QuickBooks)
- CPA certification or progress toward certification
- Experience with trust account compliance and reporting
Responsibilities
- Maintain general ledger and prepare journal entries
- Assist with month-end and year-end close processes
- Perform bank and account reconciliations, including operating and trust accounts (IOLTA)
- Support client billing processes, including reviewing invoices and tracking billable expenses
- Monitor accounts payable and accounts receivable, including client collections
- Ensure compliance with trust accounting regulations and firm policies
- Prepare financial reports, including profit and loss statements and balance sheets
- Assist with external audits and tax preparation
- Track retainers and ensure proper allocation of client funds
- Analyze financial data and identify discrepancies or variances
Benefits
- Medical Insurance – Currently provided by Cigna Healthcare with multiple plans to choose from; partially paid for by the company; all outpatient mental health services are free of charge with no copays
- Optional Dental & Vision Insurance
- Optional Voluntary Life and Disability Insurance
- Optional Voluntary Accident Insurance
- Optional Critical Illness Insurance
- Optional Cancer Insurance
- Optional Hospitalization Insurance
- Optional Health Savings Account
- Optional Flexible Spending Account
- 401k after one calendar year of employment
- Paid time off (PTO) to support your overall well-being
- Supportive and collaborative work environment
- Direct collaboration and strategic partnership with executive leadership
- Salary range depending on depth and years of experience
- Quarterly bonus opportunities based on billable hours
- Paid parking or commuter benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
