Bookkeeper

Part-time position summary

The primary function of this position is to perform the billing, bookkeeping, and accounting functions of the firm 2 days a week. This position requires an experienced and accomplished person with a strong bookkeeping and computer background. The position requires skills and experience in bookkeeping, accounting, law firm billing and QuickBooks software as well as Microsoft Office Products. The position requires experience in a law or other professional service firm environment. This position reports to the firm owner and coordinates with the firm's tax accountant(s). Pay Commensurate with experience.

Required Knowledge, Abilities and Skills

Must have at least 3 years backroom bookkeeping experience in law or professional service firm.

Must have coursework in bookkeeping/accounting.

Must have experience with law firm billing or other professional service firm (appropriate software that the firm is using) and accounting software (i.e., QuickBooks) as well as Microsoft Office Products.

Must possess strong administrative and organizational skills.

Must have strong interpersonal and communications skills.

Professional appearance.

Duties

• Perform all bookkeeping functions, maintain records of financial transactions by establishing accounts; posting transactions; ensure legal requirements compliance.
• Performs all client billing functions and other accounts receivable functions
• Pay vendor bills and manage accounts payable.
• Perform all data entry of cash receipts and client costs in billing and accounting systems.
• Perform all data entry of cash receipts and disbursements for the trust account in the accounting systems.
• Process credit card transactions and reconcile bank statements.
• Work up and make bank deposits for the operating and trust accounts.
• Handle payroll and Insurance
• Provide all required financial reports to the firm owner weekly.
• Switchboard coverage
• Filing

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $13.00 - $27.00 per hour

Physical Setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Bookkeeping: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: One location