Trust Accountant – Flexible Hours & Reconciliation

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Smith Debnam is seeking a Trust Administrator in Raleigh, NC. This full-time clerical role focuses on monitoring and reconciling all transactions for money received and processed through client trust accounts, ensuring adherence to policies and controls.

Daily and monthly payment and bank reconciliations are required, with focus on accuracy and compliance. You will post funds to client accounts, prepare deposit reconciliations, generate reports, and support client audits.

Qualifications

• Accounting/Finance BA Degree is preferred
• Basic understanding of accounting processes (Ledgers, Credits and Debits)
• Advanced mathematical skills are required
• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office, strong Excel experience required
• 1+ years experience in Finance or Accounting
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Good verbal and written communication skills, legible handwriting
• Strong ability to process large volume of work in an efficient and precise manner
• Proven ability to multitask and prioritize workflow
• Proficient organizational skills and strong attention to detail

Responsibilities

• Reconcile monthly trust accounts statements with the bank as well as the system account balance
• Post all funds received each day to the individual client accounts
• Pull client remittance reports and cost invoices to send as per work standards
• Create a web pay report to import in the system as well as one for daily payment postings
• Cut cost checks for all legal filings according to each client’s standards
• Prepare a daily deposit reconciliation file for all payments received
• Perform daily imaging of all payments received and scan each into the appropriate file
• Reverse all cost checks received daily and code accordingly
• Prepare and consolidate information and support documentation for client audits as needed
• Pay invoices weekly for E-filing fees, FedEx fees and Certified mail receiptsReview, prepare and make daily deposits electronically for each client trust account
• Reconcile and pay client cost and fee invoices as received
• Assist with financial task and trust account projects as needed

Skills

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Accounting/Finance knowledge

Multitasking

Communication skills

Team player

Education

Accounting/Finance BA Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Smith Debnam is seeking a Trust Administrator in Raleigh, NC. This full-time clerical role focuses on monitoring and reconciling all transactions for money received and processed through client trust accounts, ensuring adherence to policies and controls.

Daily and monthly payment and bank reconciliations are required, with focus on accuracy and compliance. You will post funds to client accounts, prepare deposit reconciliations, generate reports, and support client audits.