Law Firm Accountant

WizeHire, Inc; Schweiz; Remote; CHF 35’000 - 41’000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading accounting firm in Switzerland seeks an experienced Accountant specializing in Non-profit and law firm accounting. The role involves trust accounting, managing client bookkeeping processes, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of relevant experience and a strong understanding of GAAP. Competitive salary ranges from $45,000 to $52,000 annually.

Qualifikationen

• Minimum 5 years of recent accounting or bookkeeping experience at a law firm or accounting firm.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality handling financial data.
• Exceptional knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and accounting procedures.

Aufgaben

• Accurately manage client trust accounts (IOLTA) for multiple law firm clients.
• Record and reconcile all IOLTA transactions, including deposits and disbursements.
• Prepare and deliver monthly financial statements and custom reports.

Kenntnisse

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Ausbildung

High school diploma

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

QuickBooks Online

CosmoLex

Microsoft Office Suite

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

Prestige Accounting & Consulting is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Accountant with a strong emphasis on Non-profit and law firm accounting. This client-facing role requires a professional who understands the nuances of non-profit/law firm accounting and is committed to accuracy, timeliness, and ethical handling of trust accounts. The ideal candidate will support law firm clients by managing bookkeeping processes, paying vendors, cleaning up IOLTA accounts, and ensuring full compliance with state bar trust accounting regulations.

Please only apply if you meet ALL of the qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Trust Accounting & IOLTA Management: Accurately manage client trust accounts (IOLTA) for multiple law firm clients, ensuring full compliance with state bar requirements.
• Record and reconcile all IOLTA transactions, including deposits, disbursements, and transfers.
• Perform three-way reconciliations monthly and prepare documentation for audit readiness.
• Handle all aspects of law firm bookkeeping, including client billing, accounts payable and receivable, payroll journal entries, and data entry.
• Review and oversee client billing functions using platforms like CosmoLex, TimeSlips, or similar software.
• Enter all client costs and receipts into billing and accounting systems accurately and promptly.
• Prepare and deliver monthly financial statements and custom reports to firm owners.
• Coordinate with external CPAs and tax professionals during monthly and year-end close.
• Maintain organized and audit-ready records for each client.

Software & Systems Management

• Manage and update accounting and billing systems, including QuickBooks Online, CosmoLex, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Provide support and guidance to clients on how to use these systems effectively, when necessary.

Qualifications

• Excellent attention to detail, analytical and communication skills, with the ability to work accurately under pressure.
• Minimum 5 years of recent accounting, bookkeeping, or related field experience at a law firm or accounting firm.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality handling financial data.
• Exceptional knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and accounting procedures.
• High school diploma or equivalent; bachelor’s degree is a plus.

Compensation: $45,000 - $52,000 yearly.

Company Note

Prestige Accounting & Consulting specializes in IOLTA Accounting and legal accounting to boost the profitability of law firms. Our ABC bundle includes Accounting, Business, personal taxes, and Consulting at a flat monthly rate to eliminate unexpected expenses.

CORE VALUES: A.I.C.P.A – Always Improving, Clarity, Passion, Accurate Results.