Staff Accountant

Prestige Accounting & Consulting; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Prestige Accounting & Consulting in the United States is seeking an Accountant to work directly with law firm clients, manage financial operations, and ensure compliance with IOLTA rules.

You will perform reconciliations, prepare monthly statements, help with budgets and cash flow, and mentor junior staff in a hands-on, independent role.

This is a full-time role offering $55k-$75k annually.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of accounting experience, within a CPA firm, with preference for legal or professional services.
• Strong GAAP knowledge and legal trust accounting requirements.
• Advanced proficiency in QuickBooks Online and legal practice management software (Clio, PracticePanther).
• Analytical thinker with problem-solving skills and ability to manage multiple clients.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced bank and credit card reconciliations, including three-way trust reconciliations.
• Review IOLTA accounts for regulatory compliance and proper fund segregation.
• Prepare and deliver monthly financial statements with analysis for clients.
• Assist in budgets, cash flow forecasts, and profitability reporting for law firms.
• Handle accounts payable, accounts receivable, and trust fund disbursements.
• Identify and resolve accounting discrepancies with Senior Accountants.
• Provide client support for accounting inquiries and software troubleshooting.
• Train and mentor Accountant I team members.

Skills

Advanced reconciliations

IOLTA compliance

GAAP familiarity

QuickBooks Online

Legal accounting experience

Analytical mindset

Deadline-driven

Team mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

QuickBooks Online

Clio

PracticePanther

Job description

As an Accountant at Prestige Accounting & Consulting, you will take on a more advanced role, working directly with law firm clients to manage their financial operations. You will be responsible for preparing reconciliations, overseeing accounts, and ensuring compliance with IOLTA regulations. This role requires a keen understanding of legal accounting, proactive problem-solving, and the ability to work independently on client deliverables.

• Perform advanced bank and credit card reconciliations, including three-way trust reconciliations for law firm clients.
• Review and monitor IOLTA accounts to ensure compliance with state bar regulations and proper segregation of funds.
• Prepare and deliver monthly financial statements to clients, providing analysis and insights.
• Assist in the preparation of budgets, cash flow forecasts, and profitability reports for law firms.
• Handle accounts payable, accounts receivable, and trust fund disbursements for clients.
• Identify and resolve accounting discrepancies, collaborating with Senior Accountants as needed.
• Provide client support for accounting-related inquiries and software troubleshooting.
• Train and mentor Accountant I team members as needed.

• Perform advanced bank and credit card reconciliations, including three-way trust reconciliations for law firm clients.
• Review and monitor IOLTA accounts to ensure compliance with state bar regulations and proper segregation of funds.
• Prepare and deliver monthly financial statements to clients, providing analysis and insights.
• Assist in the preparation of budgets, cash flow forecasts, and profitability reports for law firms.
• Handle accounts payable, accounts receivable, and trust fund disbursements for clients.
• Identify and resolve accounting discrepancies, collaborating with Senior Accountants as needed.
• Provide client support for accounting-related inquiries and software troubleshooting.
• Train and mentor Accountant I team members as needed.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of accounting experience, working inside a CPA firm, with a preference for legal or professional services accounting.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and legal trust accounting requirements.
• Advanced proficiency in QuickBooks Online and experience with legal practice management software (e.g., Clio, PracticePanther).
• Analytical mindset with excellent problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple clients and meet strict deadlines.

Compensation: $55,000 - $75,000 yearly

Compensation: $55,000-$75,000 per year