Finance Specialist

Schedule: 4-6 hours daily
Key Responsibilities
Accounting & Bookkeeping
Maintain accurate accounting records and general ledger.
Record and categorize financial transactions.
Prepare journal entries and supporting documents.
Perform regular account reconciliations.
Review transactions for accuracy and proper classification.
Trust Accounting
Maintain accurate trust account balances.
Review and process trust requests.
Track funds received and disbursed from trust accounts.
Reconcile trust transactions with invoices, payments, and bank statements.
Monitor trust balances before processing transfers or payments.
Track earned fees and process transfers from Trust/IOLTA to Operating accounts when permitted.
Identify and resolve trust account discrepancies.
Maintain complete and accurate trust documentation.
Accounts Payable
Process vendor invoices and bills.
Review supporting documents before payment.
Track outstanding bills and liabilities.
Process payments and reimbursements.
Maintain accurate AP records.
Accounts Receivable & Collections
Monitor outstanding client invoices and aging.
Track and follow up on unpaid invoices.
Apply client payments to the correct invoices.
Reconcile client balances and payment records.
Assist with payment processing and payment links.
Bank & Credit Card Reconciliation
Reconcile bank and credit card accounts.
Reconcile payment processors and online payment platforms.
Investigate and resolve discrepancies.
Qualifications
CPA (Certified Public Accountant) – Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
5+ years of accounting experience.
3+ years of experience working with U.S.-based clients – Required.
Strong knowledge of U.S. accounting and bookkeeping practices.
Hands-on experience with trust accounting, IOLTA, trust balances, and trust requests.
Experience in AP, AR, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and/or Google Sheets.
Experience with QuickBooks or similar accounting software.
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
Strong organizational and communication skills.
Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and communicate effectively with U.S.-based clients.

Work arrangement
Yes