Trust Accountant

Atrium Staffing; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

Paid time off

401(k)

Job summary

Atrium Staffing represents a Florida business law firm seeking a Trust Accountant to oversee essential accounting operations, including trust accounting, A/R, A/P, payroll, and billing. You will ensure accurate reconciliations, regulatory compliance, and timely financial reporting.

The role requires 3–5 years of accounting experience, strong GAAP knowledge, and proficiency with Excel and MS Office. A Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is required, with benefits and a competitive salary

Qualifications

• 3 - 5 years of accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, internal controls and financial reporting.
• Sharp attention to detail with analytical and time-management skills.
• Proficiency with Excel and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.
• Run trust accounting and ensure regulatory compliance and accurate reconciliations.
• Support monthly close, reporting, budgeting, and audits.
• Handle legal billing workflow and client invoicing per standards.
• Backup payroll administration and liaise with providers.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Time management

Communication skills

Excel proficiency

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office Suite

Legal accounting software

Job description

Client Overview:

Our client is a leading Florida business law firm, a full-service practice with a strong reputation for delivering exceptional legal counsel and personalized client service throughout Florida. The firm partners with businesses, individuals, developers, financial institutions, nonprofit organizations, and governmental entities to help them navigate complex legal matters. They are currently looking to add a Trust Accountant to their team.

Salary/Hourly Rate:

$65k - $80k

Position Overview:

The Trust Accountant supports the firm's accounting and financial operations by overseeing key accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, legal billing, payroll administration, and trust accounting compliance. This role works closely with Attorneys, legal staff, vendors, payroll providers, and firm leadership to ensure financial activities are processed accurately and promptly, in accordance with firm policies and legal industry requirements.

Responsibilities of the Trust Accountant:

• Manage routine accounting activities, including reconciling accounts, closing the books monthly and annually, keeping financial records up to date, and enhancing accounting procedures and internal controls.


• Compile financial reports and supporting schedules, help with budgeting, forecasting, audits, and regulatory compliance, and supply financial analysis and operational reporting to firm leadership.


• Run the legal billing workflow, covering prebill review, client invoicing, billing corrections, adherence to client billing standards, and upkeep of billing records and reporting.


• Oversee client trust accounting to ensure trust transactions are accurate, reconciliations are complete, regulatory rules are met, and client and firm funds stay properly separated.


• Track accounts payable to confirm invoices, expense reimbursements, and vendor payments are handled promptly and correctly, in line with the firm's approval guidelines.


• Track accounts receivable and collections by examining aging reports, pursuing unpaid balances, working with attorneys, and settling client billing concerns.


• Aid payroll administration by checking payroll data for accuracy, backing up audits and year-end reporting, and acting as the liaison with payroll providers.


• Carry out additional accounting, financial, and administrative tasks as assigned.

Required Experience/Skills for the Trust Accountant:

• 3 - 5 years of accounting experience.


• Strong understanding of GAAP, accounting best practices, internal controls, regulatory compliance, and financial reporting principles.


• Sharp attention to detail combined with strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and time-management skills.


• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to maintain confidentiality, collaborate across departments, and work independently.

Preferred Experience/Skills for the Trust Accountant:

• Experience in a law firm or professional services environment.


• Experience with legal accounting and billing software.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision.


• Paid time off.


• 401(k).

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