Junior Staff Accountant

Pay: $55,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year Why This Is a Great Opportunity $55,000–$60,000 salary range In-office role in Fort Lauderdale (great team access, faster learning, strong support) Strong onboarding: youll receive individualized training on the firms systems and processes High-visibility work: AP, banking, trust accounting , and reporting that directly supports attorneys and clients Great career foundation in legal accounting with exposure to specialized law firm workflows and software Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL (In-Office) Note: Must have a bachelors degree in accounting plus 2+ years of accounting experience/training, ideally in a law firm setting , with strong Excel skills and comfort handling sensitive financial/trust information. About Us Were a multi-practice commercial law firm with a long-standing reputation for excellence and a culture built on collaboration, professionalism, and growth. We prioritize employee well-being, provide strong benefits, and invest in training so our people can thrive. Confidential Employer. Job Description Manage day-to-day Accounts Payable, Banking, and Trust operations Ensure incoming requests and communications from the Northeast group are handled promptly and professionally Reconcile trust and operating bank accounts daily to identify electronic payments and debits Support client trust account management by ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and in compliance with legal/regulatory requirements Process vendor invoices and expense reimbursements Assist with accounts receivable tracking and follow-ups Monitor unapplied/on-account fee and disbursement balances and coordinate with billing on monthly application against WIP and AR Maintain the electronic imaging system ( Expert Image ) and keep it accurate and up to date Complete sales and use tax filings for NY/NJ offices Provide management with regular status reports on daily balances and transactions Assist with ad-hoc reporting and reconciliations for regional offices Handle sensitive matters with discretion and assist with other duties as assigned Qualifications Bachelors degree in Accounting 2+ years of related accounting experience/training (law firm experience strongly preferred) Experience with Aderant Expert, Elite, or similar legal software (or strong transferable accounting system experience) Proficient in Microsoft Office , especially Excel Highly organized, detail-oriented, and deadline-driven; able to multitask in a fast-paced environment Strong written and verbal communication; able to handle sensitive inquiries professionally High integrity and discretion (trust and banking work requires confidentiality) Why You Will Love Working Here In-office environment with strong collaboration and real-time support Structured training so you can become confident in the systems quickly Work that matters: trust, banking, and reporting are mission-critical to the business Strong benefits and a workplace culture that prioritizes well-being and growth A clear path to build long-term expertise in legal accounting and finance JPC-698 Job Type: Full-time Benefits: Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance