Staff Accountant at Peckar & Abramson, P.C. Staff Accountant at Peckar & Abramson, P.C. in Closter, New Jersey Posted in about 13 hours ago.

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Accounting Reporting to: Controller Position Summary The Staff Accountant manages the firm's trust accounting function, supports broader law firm accounting operations, and serves as a resource for attorneys, clients, and internal teams on trust funds, retainers, balances, and transactions. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Trust Accounting (Primary Responsibility) Administer firm trust accounts and maintain accurate client retainer and trust fund records. Process and reconcile trust deposits, transfers, wires, disbursements, and account activity in accordance with firm policies and regulatory requirements. Serve as the primary contact for attorneys and clients on trust balances, funding inquiries, retainers, and trust-related transactions. Review trust balances and activity, resolve discrepancies, and communicate funding needs. Verify and maintain trust banking and wire instructions across office locations and accounts. Prepare trust reconciliations, reports, analyses, and audit-ready documentation. Accounting Operations Support Support general law firm accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing support, cash application, reconciliations, and transaction research. Review financial transactions and supporting documentation and assist with vendor, client, and matter account maintenance. Support month-end and year-end close, including journal entries, bank and account reconciliations, and financial schedules. Assist with financial reporting, audit requests, and process improvements to support accounting operations. Cross-Functional Coverage Maintain working knowledge of accounting department functions and provide backup coverage for team members. Support critical accounting functions, including billing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, and month-end close, as needed. Qualifications Education Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required. Experience Minimum of 3 years of accounting experience in a law firm required. Experience with trust accounting, legal accounting, escrow accounting, or client fund management strongly preferred. Experience working directly with internal and external stakeholders in a client-service environment. Technical Skills Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting or financial management systems. Aderant experience preferred. Strong understanding of accounting principles, reconciliations, and internal controls. Core Competencies Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills. Strong communication and relationship-building skills with attorneys, clients, vendors, and staff. Analytical, solutions-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities with professionalism and discretion. What We Offer Peckar & Abramson provides a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), and FSA/HSA options. The firm also offers discounted supplemental life insurance, a commuter transit program, and excess liability coverage. For candidates who will be working or residing in New Jersey if selected for the position, the listed salary range is $70,000-$90,000. Final compensation will be determined based on internal salary guidelines, market benchmarks, relevant skills and experience, educational qualifications, and certifications. Peckar & Abramson, P.C. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). The firm is not accepting resumes from search firms for this position.