Benefits:

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Paid time off

Position Summary

The Escrow Bookkeeper is responsible for managing, tracking, and reconciling all client escrow and trust accounts in compliance with applicable ethical rules and firm policies. This role ensures the accurate handling of settlement funds, timely payment of liens and expenses, and proper documentation of all escrow transactions.

General duties and Responsibilities:

Maintain accurate escrow and trust account records in accordance with state bar and ethical requirements

Reconcile escrow accounts regularly and resolve any discrepancies

Review and verify Statements of Distribution (SODs) for mathematical accuracy

Coordinate with attorneys, paralegals, case managers, and medical providers to obtain final bills and lien amounts

Work to resolve, negotiate, and reduce outstanding medical liens when applicable

Ensure all escrowed bills and liens are paid timely and correctly

Disburse settlement funds to clients, medical providers, and other third parties

Coordinate with internal bookkeeping and accounting teams to clear outstanding escrow balances

Maintain organized documentation for all escrow transactions and disbursements

Respond to internal and external inquiries related to escrow balances and payments

Assist with audits and compliance reviews related to trust accounting

Qualifications:

Prior experience in escrow, trust accounting, or law firm bookkeeping (personal injury experience preferred)

Strong understanding of trust accounting rules and compliance standards

Quickbooks experience required

Accuracy and diligence required

A diploma or degree in Accounting is advantageous

Salary to commensurate with experience

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check