ZipRecruiter

Log In

1

Trust Accountant Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Brandon J. Broderick

Senior Accountant

Hackensack, NJ

$80K - $101K/yr

This role will oversee the day-to-day accounting activities related to attorney trust accounts, general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and financial analysis to ensure accurate and timely ...

Westamerica Bank

Trust Operations Assistant

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$18 - $21.75/hr

Processes the daily accounting activities of the Trust Department. Weekly Hours: 40 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: * Processes all cash receipts and disbursements, and settlements with the back office provider.

WESTAMERICA BANK

Trust Operations Assistant

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$18 - $21.75/hr

Processes the daily accounting activities of the Trust Department. Weekly Hours: 40 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: * Processes all cash receipts and disbursements, and settlements with the back office provider.

Westamerica Bank

Trust Operations Assistant

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$18 - $21.75/hr

Processes the daily accounting activities of the Trust Department. Weekly Hours: 40 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: * Processes all cash receipts and disbursements, and settlements with the back office provider.

WSFS Bank

Senior Trust Tax Accountant

Wilmington, DE · On-site

$77K - $127K/yr

The Senior Trust Tax Accountant is responsible for the preparation, review, and administration of federal, state, and local tax returns for our Corporate Trustee operations in Delaware. This ...

Prestige Accounting & Consulting

Legal Accountant

This is a client-facing role requiring a professional who understands the nuances of law firm accounting and is committed to accuracy, timeliness, and ethical handling of trust accounts. The ideal ...

Colony Brands, Inc.

Staff Accountant

Monroe, WI · On-site

$51K - $68K/yr

We are seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support trust accounting operations and general ledger activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and monthly close processes.

previous pagenext page

Showing results 21-40

All JobsLegal JobsLegal Specialist JobsTrust Accountant Jobs

Trust Accountant information

See salary details

$34K

$68.3K

$108.5K

How much do trust accountant jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for trust accountant in the United States is $68,326.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $53,500.00 and $78,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a trust accountant do?

A Trust Accountant manages financial records and transactions related to trust accounts, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. They oversee account reconciliations, prepare financial reports, and handle distributions for beneficiaries. Their role involves safeguarding assets, tracking income and expenses, and working closely with legal and financial professionals to maintain accurate records.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a trust accountant?

To thrive as a Trust Accountant, you need a solid background in accounting principles, trust law, and financial reporting, often with a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance. Familiarity with trust accounting software, advanced Excel skills, and certifications like CPA or CTA are highly valued in this role. Attention to detail, integrity, and strong analytical and communication skills set excellent trust accountants apart. These competencies are crucial to ensure regulatory compliance, accurate management of client assets, and effective collaboration with legal and financial teams.

More about Trust Accountant jobs

What cities are hiring for Trust Accountant jobs?

Cities with the most Trust Accountant job openings:

What are the most commonly searched types of Trust Accountant jobs?

The most popular types of Trust Accountant jobs are:

What states have the most Trust Accountant jobs?

States with the most job openings for Trust Accountant jobs include:

What job categories do people searching Trust Accountant jobs look for?

The top searched job categories for Trust Accountant jobs are:

Trust Accountant jobs near you
Infographic showing various Trust Accountant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 5% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 90% In-person, 5% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $68,326 per year, or $32.8 per hour.

VP of Trust & Fiduciary

Queensborough National Bank & Trust Co.

Columbia, SC • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 14 days ago

Job description

Job Summary:

Develops new trust accounts, services existing trust accounts and performs daily functions for accounts under responsibility. Partners with third party money managers to purchases and sell various investment instruments on behalf of customers.

Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Develops new Trust business concentrating on both additional trust assets and income.
  • Provides advice in areas of personal trust, estate and tax planning, private banking and investments.
  • Serves as the primary point of contact for customers for any of their nancial services needs. Coordinates planning eorts with attorneys, accountants, CLUs, other trust personnel and clients.
  • Services existing trust accounts by communicating with grantors and beneciaries to determine that trust agreements are being carried out as intended.
  • Performs trust accounting functions for accounts for which he/she is administrative ocer.
  • Attend Trust Committee meetings. Provides account reviews, makes recommendations where necessary, and carries out plans as set forth by the Trust Committee.
  • Adheres to and maintains knowledge of trust written policies and procedures.
  • Is actively involved with the community, networking to identify new business development opportunities.
  • Each team member is expected to be aware of risk within their functional area. This includes observing all policies, procedures, laws, regulations and risk limits specic to their role. Additionally, they should raise and report known or suspected violations to the appropriate Company authority in a timely fashion.
  • Performs other related duties as required.

Apply