Legal Accounting Assistant

About the role

WE ARE GROWING!

Burnetti, P.A. has been serving injured individuals and families throughout Florida for more than 30 years. We are seeking a detail-oriented, organized, and dependable Legal Accounting Assistant to join our Lakeland office.

In this role, you will provide administrative and accounting support to our Accounting Department while gaining hands-on experience with accounting processes in a fast-paced legal environment. The ideal candidate is highly accurate, comfortable working with numbers and technology, and able to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k) with matching.

What you'll do

• Assist with daily accounting functions, including data entry, invoice processing, and reconciliations.
• Learn and apply established accounting procedures and processes.
• Assist with the preparation of financial reports and statements.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date transaction and communication records within the firm's case management software.
• Review information for accuracy and completeness before processing.
• Provide administrative support to the Accounting Department.
• Work collaboratively with the accounting and legal teams to ensure tasks are completed accurately and timely.
• Assist with additional accounting and administrative projects as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred.
• Knowledge of general accounting principles and procedures.
• Experience with accounting software such as QuickBooks; LeanLaw or PCLaw experience is a plus,
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365, particularly Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Valid driver's license required.