Closing Auditor Virtual Assistant

Company Description Join an Award-Winning Personal Injury Law Firm At The Ward Law Group, our mission is simple: Changing Lives. One Client at a Time Recognized as one of the Best Places to Work for consecutive years, we are committed to delivering exceptional legal representation while creating an environment where talented professionals can grow, lead, and make a meaningful impact every day. We believe our people are our greatest asset. We foster a collaborative, innovative, and high-accountability culture where every team member is empowered to make informed decisions, continuously improve, and deliver exceptional results for our clients. Every role contributes directly to helping injured individuals navigate one of the most challenging times in their lives while supporting the continued growth and success of our firm. Our Core Values Faith – We act with integrity, honesty, and purpose in everything we do. Accountability – We take ownership of our work, our commitments, and the results we deliver. Leadership – We lead by example, inspire others, embrace continuous improvement, and develop high-performing teams. Loyalty – We build lasting relationships through trust, respect, and dedication to our clients, teammates, and community. Service to Our Clients – We are committed to delivering compassionate, responsive, and exceptional service that maximizes every client's opportunity for success. Service to Our Teammates – We foster a culture of collaboration, respect, support, and shared success where every team member has the opportunity to grow and thrive. Service to Our Community – We believe in making a positive impact beyond the workplace by serving and strengthening the communities where we live and work. If you are passionate about helping injured clients, thrive in a fast-paced, results-driven environment, and are committed to delivering exceptional client service while continuously growing your career, we invite you to join The Ward Law Group and help us change lives—one client at a time. About the Role We’re looking for a detail-oriented Closing Auditor to join our accounting team. You’ll review client-level accounting and closing packages, making sure every closing statement is accurate, compliant, and processed on time. If you enjoy catching what others miss and keeping financial records clean, this role is for you. What You’ll Do - Audit closing packages daily, both before and after the cutoff, and update their status in Litify for next-day processing - Rename and upload scanned closing packages, trust checks (re-issued, refund, and discharge), and client advance checks to Litify and OneDrive - Attach signed closings and executed releases to the correct client files - Respond to emails in the shared Billings inbox - Verify and record deposits in QuickBooks, investigating and resolving any variances - Review trust account balances and work with teammates, providers, and attorneys to resolve discrepancies and close out older cases - Support attorney lien negotiations by reviewing billing statements and documenting outcomes - Generate payroll and benefits reports and handle inbound shipments  Required skills: - Strong attention to detail and accuracy, especially with financial figures and legal documents - Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines - Ability to work under pressure and consistently meet daily cutoffs - Strong written and verbal communication skills, including professional email correspondence - Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to work with teammates, attorneys, and healthcare providers - Creative thinking and problem-solving abilities - Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive client information - Availability for occasional in-person trainings, including weekends, with 30 days’ noticePreferred skills - Familiarity with Litify or other legal case management systems - Background in a law firm, personal injury, or trust accounting environment - Comfort with attorney lien and medical billing processes Join Our Team At The Ward Law Group, every role contributes to changing lives. If you're looking for an opportunity to grow your litigation career, maximize client recoveries, and work alongside a high-performing legal team, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of a team committed to excellence, accountability, and changing lives—one client at a time. The Ward Law Group is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at The Ward Law Group via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from The Ward Law Group HR/Recruitment will be deemed the sole property of The Ward Law Group. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by The Ward Law Group as a result of the referral or through other means. At The Ward Law Group, we recognize our people are our strength. We are an equal opportunity (M/F/Disability/Veterans) and consider all applications without regard to race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other status protected by applicable law. We value our people, their varying perspectives and are committed to fostering an environment where they can bring their whole selves to work. In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, employment is contingent upon verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States. All persons hired will be required to complete Form I-9 and provide acceptable documentation as required by law. #LI-JE1