Senior Disbursement Accountant

Job title

Senior Disbursement Accountant 

Job type

Full Time

Employee type

Exempt

Team

Accounting

Reports to

Disbursement Accounting Manager

Location

Remote

Duties and Responsibilities

 We are seeking a detail-oriented and technically strong Distribution Senior Accountant to support and lead the accounting processes related to settlement distributions. This role is responsible for ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in managing distribution funds. The ideal candidate is hands-on, highly analytical, and comfortable working across teams to provide reliable financial reporting and support.   

Key Responsibilities: 

• Perform and review accounting functions related to settlement distributions, including reconciliations, bank account monitoring, and fund disbursements.
• Process vendor payments through various methods (checks, wire transfers, ACH, etc.).
• Track and reconcile settlement bank accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Monitor and analyze bank activity to ensure accurate tracking of all transactions.
• Prepare financial reports, schedules, and supporting documentation for internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with internal teams (operations, finance, client services, and legal) to support accurate reporting and compliance with settlement agreements.
• Assist in preparing year-end tax documents (e.g., 1099s).
• Support process improvements and efficiency initiatives, including automation where possible.
• Serve as a subject matter resource on distribution accounting questions.

Qualifications and Experience 

 The essential qualifications include but are not limited to the following. 

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Data Analytics, or related fields
• Advanced Excel skills are required
• 2–4 years of progressive accounting, reconciliation, treasury, or data analysis
• Strong reconciliation and analytical skills with high attention to detail.
• Experience with online treasury and banking platforms is required
• Ability to communicate effectively and work cross-functionally
• Proficiency in accounting software is a plus