Legal Senior Bookkeeper / Controller
PrideStaff - Palm Beach Gardens, FL
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Legal Senior Bookkeeper / Assistant Controller The Legal Senior Bookkeeper / Assistant Controller serves as a critical pillar of the firm's business office. This role is designed for a detail-oriented financial professional who thrives in a versatile environmentbalancing high-stakes fiduciary management with the operational "front-of-house" flow of a prestigious law office. You will manage the firm's internal accounting, ensure rigorous IOTA compliance, and oversee the billing staff while acting as a primary professional point of contact for clients and visitors. Key Responsibilities Financial Control & Fiduciary Oversight Trust Accounting: Maintain and reconcile law firm Trust/IOTA accounts in strict compliance with applicable Bar rules and regulatory requirements. Full-Cycle Accounting: Perform comprehensive bank and credit card reconciliations; maintain the firm's general ledger and all accounting records. Capital Flow: Manage accounts payable, coordinate partner distributions, and handle client retainers and funds with absolute precision. Staff Supervision: Oversee and mentor the Bookkeeper/Billing Specialist, ensuring the accuracy of collections and billing cycles. Qualifications Experience: 35 years of dedicated bookkeeping and accounting experience specifically within a law firm environment. Legal Expertise: Comprehensive knowledge of Trust/IOTA accounting and legal billing procedures. Confidentiality: Demonstrated ability to manage sensitive financial information with the highest level of discretion. Technical Proficiency: Big Plus: Hands-on experience with CARET. Plus: Proficiency in QuickBooks and Timeslips. Compensation & Premier Benefits Salary: Competitive and commensurate with experience Performance Rewards: Annual summer raises and year-end bonuses. Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical coverage through Florida Blue. Retirement: 401(k) with a 4% employer match. Income Protection: Long-term disability and optional supplemental insurance. Generous Time Off: 152 hours of PTO annually plus 11 paid firm holidays.
Created: 2026-03-07