Senior Accountant

Responsibilities

Trust Accounting

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.
General Ledger & Month-End Close

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.
Compliance & Internal Controls

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.
Collaboration

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.
Requirements and Skills

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.
Proficiency in NetSuite and Litify (or other case management software) a plus
Ability to research across multiple sources