Trust Accountant

Lewis Brisbois•Los Angeles, CA

6d•$75,000 - $85,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Los Angeles office of Lewis Brisbois, a full-service AmLaw 100 firm, is seeking a Trust Accountant to join its Finance department. The role is responsible for reconciling client trust records with the general ledger and trust bank accounts monthly, maintaining detailed client-level records for funds held in firm trust accounts, and preparing trust transfers, allocations, and financial transactions. The position follows a hybrid schedule of three days in the office and two days remotely after the first 30 days of employment, subject to business needs and firm policy. Compensation is listed as $75,000–$85,000 per year. The firm offers benefits and opportunities for growth and advancement while working with a collaborative team.

Requirements

At least 3–4 years of experience in accounting, account balancing, and reconciliation.
Strong attention to detail and demonstrated organizational skills.
Ability to work independently as a self-starter in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Ability to multitask, prioritize incoming work, and transition efficiently between different systems.
Strong knowledge of Outlook, Excel, and Word.
10-key speed required.
Ability to be a supportive teammate with a professional demeanor and customer-service approach.

Nice To Haves

Law firm experience is a plus, but is not required.

Responsibilities

Reconcile client trust records with the general ledger and trust bank accounts monthly.
Maintain detailed records by client for funds held in all firm trust accounts.
Prepare trust transfers, allocations, and financial transactions.