Trust Accountant

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Title :

Trust Accountant

Location :

Los Angeles

Job Summary

Gibson Dunn is a leading global law firm, advising clients on significant transactions and disputes. Our exceptional teams craft and deploy creative legal strategies that are meticulously tailored to every matter, however complex or high-stakes. The firm’s work is distinguished by a unique combination of precision and vision.

 

Based in Los Angeles, the Trust Accountant will be an integral part of the Finance and Accounting department.

 

This role reports to the Director of Finance.

 

Responsibilities include:

  • Coordinate with attorneys and various departments to initiate trust account disbursements accurately and in a timely manner
  • Ensure that client trust accounting practices are in compliance with applicable laws and regulations
  • Manage accurate records of trust transactions and provide regular updates to attorneys
  • Respond to inquiries from lawyers, staff, and clients regarding trust account transactions and balances
  • Review and maintain trust account documentation, including bank statements, transaction reports, and reconciliation reports
  • Reconcile trust account balances and resolve any discrepancies
  • Implement trust accounting controls

Qualifications

  • Excellent attention to detail and critical thinking skills
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Strong project management and time management skills
  • Ability to work under pressure in a quick paced environment
  • Ability to work overtime as necessary

Experience

  • University degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • 2+ years of experience in trust accounting, preferably in a law firm environment
  • Knowledge of trust accounting rules and principles
  • Experience with Aderant Expert

 

Gibson Dunn will consider for employment qualified Applicants with Criminal Histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of local law.

 

Compensation & Benefits:

The annual compensation range for this position is $70-90k. The salary offered within this range will depend upon qualifications and other operational considerations.

Benefits offered for this position include health care; retirement benefits; paid days off, including sick time, and vacation time; parental leave; basic life insurance; Flexible Spending Accounts; as well as discretionary, performance-based bonuses.

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