Legal Accountant

About the role

Prestige Accounting & Consulting is seeking an Accountant to join our team, with a strong emphasis on law firm accounting. This is a client-facing role requiring a professional who understands the nuances of law firm accounting and is committed to accuracy, timeliness, and ethical handling of trust accounts.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile general ledgers, prepare financial transaction reports such as income and loss statements, balance sheets, and account reconciliations
• Trust Accounting & IOLTA Management: Accurately manage client trust accounts (IOLTA) for multiple law firm clients, ensuring full compliance with state bar requirements. Perform three-way reconciliations monthly and prepare documentation for audit readiness.
• General Law Firm Bookkeeping: Handle all aspects of law firm bookkeeping, including client billing, accounts payable and receivable, payroll journal entries, and data entry. Review and oversee client billing functions using platforms like CosmoLex, TimeSlips, or similar software. Enter all client costs and receipts into billing and accounting systems accurately and promptly.
• Financial Reporting & Support: Prepare and deliver monthly financial statements and custom reports to firm owners. Coordinate with external CPAs and tax professionals during monthly and year-end close. Maintain organized and audit-ready records for each client.
• Software & Systems Management: Manage and update accounting and billing systems, including QuickBooks Online, CosmoLex, and Microsoft Office Suite. Provide support and guidance to clients on how to use these systems effectively, when necessary.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and accounting procedures
• H.S. diploma or equivalent, some college preferred - bachelor’s degree is a plus
• Capable of maintaining strict confidentiality dealing with financial data
• 5 years’ related accounting, bookkeeping, or related field experience at a law firm or accounting firm
• Proficient in MS Excel, data entry, and accounting software

Pay

$55,000 - $65,000 yearly

Schedule

Full-time