Staff Accountant

Saxe Doernberger & Vita, P.C.; Trumbull (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and year-end bonus

Generous PTO and flexible work

Health, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Saxe Doernberger & Vita is seeking a mid-level Staff Accountant to support the firm’s accounting and financial operations in its Trumbull, Connecticut office.

This role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, performing general ledger and account reconciliations, supporting month-end and year-end close, and ensuring strict compliance with legal industry accounting standards, including client trust/IOLTA requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• Three to five years of professional accounting experience, preferably in a law firm or professional services.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, general ledger, accruals, and reconciliations.
• Experience with trust accounting and IOLTA compliance or ability to learn quickly.
• Proficiency with accounting systems and advanced Excel; familiarity with legal accounting platforms is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and reconcile the general ledger with journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Perform monthly trust/IOLTA reconciliations and ensure compliance with bar/regulations.
• Manage day-to-day A/P and A/R processes including invoicing and cash receipts.
• Support billing and collections by reviewing invoices and resolving discrepancies.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing, including accruals and schedules.
• Prepare monthly/quarterly financial statements and ad‑hoc reports.
• Support annual audit and tax activities by compiling schedules and responding to requests.
• Uphold internal controls and confidential handling of financial data.

Skills

GAAP

IOLTA compliance

Trust accounting

Attention to detail

Communication

Discretion

Professionalism

Ethics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Excel

General ledger systems

SurePoint

Aderant

Elite 3E

Job description

About Us

Saxe Doernberger & Vita, P.C. (SDV) is a nationally recognized law firm dedicated exclusively to representing policyholders in insurance coverage disputes. With headquarters in Connecticut and offices in California and Florida. We value collaboration, innovation, and a culture where every team member’s contribution matter.

Role Overview

Saxe Doernberger & Vita is seeking a mid‑level Staff Accountant to support the firm’s accounting and financial operations in its Trumbull, Connecticut office. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, performing general ledger and account reconciliations, supporting month‑end and year‑end close, and ensuring strict compliance with legal industry accounting standards, including client trust/IOLTA requirements. The Staff Accountant will work closely with the Controller and collaborate with billing, finance, and legal professionals across the firm. The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, highly ethical, and experienced in professional services or law firm accounting, with a strong foundation in GAAP and financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and reconcile the general ledger, including preparation and posting of journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Perform monthly trust/IOLTA account reconciliations and ensure compliance with all applicable state bar and firm regulations governing client funds.
• Manage day‑to‑day accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, including invoice processing, payment runs, cash receipts, and reconciliation of A/R balances.
• Support billing and collections efforts by assisting with billing reviews, resolving discrepancies, and collaborating with attorneys and the billing team on client inquiries.
• Assist with month‑end and year‑end close processes, including accruals, adjusting entries, and preparation of supporting schedules.
• Contribute to the preparation of monthly and quarterly financial statements and ad‑hoc financial reports for firm leadership.
• Support annual audit and tax preparation by gathering documentation, preparing schedules, and responding to auditor and tax advisor requests.
• Uphold internal controls, confidentiality standards, and ethical handling of sensitive financial and client information.
• Participate in special projects and process improvement initiatives as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• Three to five years of professional accounting experience, preferably within a law firm or professional services environment.
• Strong working knowledge of GAAP, general ledger accounting, accruals, and reconciliations.
• Experience with trust accounting and IOLTA compliance, or the ability to quickly develop proficiency in this area.
• Proficiency with accounting systems and advanced Microsoft Excel skills; experience with legal accounting platforms such as SurePoint, Aderant, or Elite 3E is a plus.
• Exceptional attention to detail, analytical skills, and problem‑solving ability.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with attorneys, finance professionals, and external auditors.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and discretion when handling confidential financial and client data.
• Competitive salary and year‑end performance based bonus.
• Generous PTO and flexible work arrangements as applicable.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with match from first date of employment.