Payroll & Trust Accountant — Law Firm Finance Pro

Soni; New York (NY); On-site; USD 125,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

A midsized Law Firm in Midtown Manhattan seeks a Payroll Accountant to manage payroll operations, oversee attorney trust accounts, and support partner compensation while assisting with general accounting functions. Candidates should have 3-5 years of payroll or accounting experience and familiarity with trust accounts. The role offers a competitive salary between $125,000 and $135,000, commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of payroll or accounting experience.
• Experience managing trust or escrow accounts, preferably within a law firm.
• Basic accounting knowledge and understanding of general ledger concepts.

Responsibilities

• Process full-cycle payroll for firm employees and maintain accurate payroll records.
• Manage attorney trust and escrow accounts, ensuring proper documentation and regulatory compliance.
• Prepare journal entries and assist with month-end close.

Skills

Payroll processing

Attention to detail

Trust account management

General accounting knowledge

Tools

Paylocity

Job description

A midsized Law Firm in Midtown Manhattan seeks a Payroll Accountant to manage payroll operations, oversee attorney trust accounts, and support partner compensation while assisting with general accounting functions. Candidates should have 3-5 years of payroll or accounting experience and familiarity with trust accounts. The role offers a competitive salary between $125,000 and $135,000, commensurate with experience.