Staff Accountant

Matura Farrington

Lima Metropolitana

Hybrid

PEN 319,375 - 425,834

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A leading law firm is seeking a Staff Accountant to bolster their finance operations in Lima, Peru. This hands-on role focuses on treasury activities, compliance management of trust accounts, and maintaining precise financial records. Ideal candidates will have a bachelor’s degree and experience in accounting, particularly within the legal sector, bringing accuracy and strong analytical skills to thrive within a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

2 years of professional accounting experience, preferably in legal or consulting sectors.
Knowledge of trust accounting principles and electronic fund transfers.

Responsibilities

Review and reconcile client receivables, addressing discrepancies.
Manage client trust accounts ensuring compliance.
Process cash receipts and support month-end/year-end close.

Skills

Accuracy

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or similar field

Job description

This range is provided by Matura Farrington. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$90,000.00/yr - $120,000.00/yr

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Location and Schedule: Century City 3 days office 2 days remote

Overview:

An industry-leading law firm with a long-standing reputation for excellence is actively hiring a Staff Accountant to strengthen their internal finance operations. This is a hands-on role within a collaborative and fast-moving accounting team, ideal for someone who thrives in a professional services setting and brings both precision and initiative to financial processes.

Role Summary:

The Staff Accountant will focus primarily on treasury and trust account activities, helping to ensure seamless management of cash-related transactions. Key duties include reconciling receivables, handling trust accounts in line with compliance standards, and coordinating wire transfers and payment processing.

Core Responsibilities:

Review and reconcile client receivables; track aging and address discrepancies
Oversee client trust accounts, ensuring strict adherence to compliance protocols
Execute and log domestic and international wire transfers
Process daily cash receipts and apply payments accurately
Support the month-end and year-end close specific to treasury functions
Serve as a liaison to attorneys and administrative teams for transaction-related queries
Maintain clear, audit-ready financial records in accordance with firm policies

Qualifications & Skills:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a similar field
At least 2 years of professional accounting experience; legal or consulting sector experience strongly preferred
Solid grasp of trust accounting principles and electronic fund transfers
High level of accuracy, with strong organizational and analytical capabilities
Confident in Excel and general ledger systems; familiarity with legal billing platforms is an asset
Capable of managing multiple deadlines and priorities in a fast-paced workflow

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