Trust Accountant at Ledgent Finance & Accounting in Boston, Massachusetts

Job Description:

Trust Accounting Clerk

Boston, MA - Seaport (ONSITE REQUIRED)

$65,000 - $75,000/yearly




Full-Time | Monday - Friday 9-5



A well-established law firm based in Boston's Seaport is seeking a Trust Accounting Clerk to join its Trust Operations Department. This position works directly with private client attorneys and the trust operations team, providing in-person support Monday through Friday. This role is ideal for someone looking for a challenging opportunity to grow and develop in trust accounting.


What's in it for you!

• Close to T, Parking Available with Discount!


• HSA Pre Tax Commuter Benefits


• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance, STD, LTD, HSA/FSA

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance required


• 2+ years Accounting experience performing Bank Reconciliation, Income Accruals, Trust Fees, Asset Valuations required

• MS Office, Advanced Excel required.


• Experience utilizing Accutech Cheetah highly preferred


• Ability to input data accurately and efficiently, with a basic understanding of accounting functions.


• Excellent organizational and time-management skills to meet deadlines.


• Professional demeanor with the ability to interact effectively with clients, attorneys, and staff.

Responsibilities:

• Review daily cash reconciliations and prepare bi-monthly bank reconciliations.


• Monitor all banking activity, compile outstanding check lists, and follow up on stale checks.


• Process account openings and closings.


• Calculate income accruals, money market interest, and trustee fees.


• Provide backup support for the Operations Department, Trust Operations Manager, and Director.


• Prepare asset valuations using EVP EstateVal.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county , to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions. Apply Now