Legal Bookkeeper

job summary : Responsibilities :

Responsibilities :

Key Responsibilities :

• Maintain and update financial records for the firm, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger entries.
• Reconcile bank statements and ensure all financial transactions are accurately recorded.
• Prepare and process invoices, expense reports, and payments.
• Monitor and manage cash flow to ensure financial stability.
• Assist with the preparation of financial statements, budgets, and financial reports.
• Handle payroll processing and ensure compliance with relevant tax laws and regulations.
• Manage trust accounts and ensure compliance with state bar regulations.
• Liaise with external auditors and provide necessary documentation and support.
• Ensure adherence to accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Assist with special projects and financial analysis as needed.

Qualifications :

• Proven experience as a bookkeeper in the legal industry.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks and Excel.
• Understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Experience with legal trust accounting and compliance requirements.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• Communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (Bachelor’s degree preferred).

Skills : Legal Billing, Real estate closing , Trust & Estate, Legal - Advertising, Financial Statements, General Ledger, Bank Reconciliations, Accounts Receivable, Legal Finance Experience : Experienced3 year(s)

responsibilities :

Key Responsibilities :

• Maintain and update financial records for the firm, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger entries.
• Reconcile bank statements and ensure all financial transactions are accurately recorded.
• Prepare and process invoices, expense reports, and payments.
• Monitor and manage cash flow to ensure financial stability.
• Assist with the preparation of financial statements, budgets, and financial reports.
• Handle payroll processing and ensure compliance with relevant tax laws and regulations.
• Manage trust accounts and ensure compliance with state bar regulations.
• Liaise with external auditors and provide necessary documentation and support.
• Ensure adherence to accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Assist with special projects and financial analysis as needed.

Qualifications :

• Proven experience as a bookkeeper in the legal industry.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks and Excel.
• Understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Experience with legal trust accounting and compliance requirements.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• Communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (Bachelor’s degree preferred).

The essential functions of this role include :

working in a smoke free environment

qualifications : Experience

Experience

• Experienced
• 3 years

Education

Bachelors (required)

skills :

• Legal Billing
• Real estate closing
• Trust & Estate
• Legal - Advertising
• Financial Statements
• General Ledger
• Bank Reconciliations
• Accounts Receivable
• Legal Finance
30+ days ago