Senior Accounting Specialist Trust
Senior Accounting Specialist Trust
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Job Description
Greenberg Traurig (GT) a global law firm with locations across the world in 15 countries has an exciting employment opportunity for you. We offer competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package along with the opportunity to work within an innovative and collaborative environment.
Join our Accounting Team as a Senior Accounting Specialist Trust located in our Miami office.
We are seeking a professional who thrives in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment. The ideal candidate possesses strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities ensuring efficiency and accuracy in every task. Excellent communication skills are essential for collaborating effectively across teams and delivering exceptional client service. With a client-focused mindset and an initiative-taking approach you will play a critical role in driving success. If you are someone who has great attention to detail we invite you to join our team.
This role will be based in our Miami office on a in-office basis. Regular in-office presence is required for day-to-day operations as well as for team meetings training opportunities and relationship building. This role reports to the Accounting Supervisor.
Position Summary
The Senior Accounting Specialist Trust will be responsible for assisting the Trust Department with various Trust and General accounting duties and will also be assisting the National Trust Team as needed.
Key Responsibilities
Manages and reconciles trust and escrow accounts in compliance with applicable laws and industry standards.
Oversees accounts receivable and payable related to client trust and escrow transactions.
Ensures timely and accurate posting of deposits disbursements and interest allocations.
Maintains detailed records of all trust transactions and ensure segregation of client funds.
Collaborates with legal compliance and operations teams to ensure proper documentation and authorization of trust-related activities.
Assists in the development and implementation of internal controls and best practices for trust and escrow accounting.
Monitors and reports on aging of escrow balances and coordinate resolution of outstanding items.
Qualifications
Skills & Competencies
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills professional demeanor and presentation.
Ability to clearly communicate with Attorneys Senior Leadership and Staff.
High attention to detail integrity and ability to handle sensitive financial data.
Ability to multi-task and work under pressure to meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Education & Prior Experience
Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or related field.
Minimum 5 years of accounting experience preferable in trust or escrow accounting.
Strong understanding of fiduciary accounting principles and compliance requirements.
Experience in legal real estate title or financial services industries.
Familiarity with Florida Bar trust accounting rules or state-specific escrow regulations.
Experience with multi-client or multi-entity trust environments.
Knowledge of interest-bearing trust accounts (IOLTA) and related compliance.
Technology
Advanced Excel skills and experience with reconciliations and reporting.
Knowledge of Aderant (highly preferred) and accounting and trust management software.
GT is an EEO employer with an inclusive workplace committed to merit-based consideration and review without regard to an individuals race sex or other protected characteristics and to the principles of non-discrimination on any protected basis.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
