CONTRACT | Accountant

$72,800 - $85,280/Yr

Consilio, ELS Direct Hire Division - Washington, DC

Full-time - Entry Level

Washington, DC

About the position

The Accountant position is a contract role focused on providing legal accounting support to a law firm in Washington, DC. The role involves managing legal trust funds, auditing, and assisting with financial reporting and data analysis. This position is expected to last for a short-term project of approximately 3-4 months.

Responsibilities

• Assist the law firm with legal trust fund management.
• Conduct auditing tasks as required by the firm.
• Support financial reporting and data analysis efforts.
• Collaborate with the accounting team to ensure accurate billing and accounts payable processes.

Requirements

• Law firm experience in an accounting role.
• Experience with billing or accounts payable is preferred.
• Familiarity with legal billing systems such as 3E, Aderant, or Elite Enterprise is preferred.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Excel.
• Attention to detail and adaptability in accounting functions.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with financial reporting.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Flexible talent placement rates based on experience and skills.