Bookkeeper- Law Firm

Our client is a nationally recognized litigation firm dedicated to passionately representing their clients in a number of practice areas . As a family-run legal practice in New York and New Jersey, their lawyers are committed to guiding accident victims and their families through the complex litigation process to obtain full compensation after a serious or fatal accident. They focus on several practice areas including civil rights, labor law, product and premise liability, and personal injury. They have 20 attorneys and 50 staff members and are growing consistently.

We are seeking a highly skilled, detail-oriented and experienced Bookkeeper to join our client, a Manhattan law firm. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in accounting and finance, with a minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar role.

As a Bookkeeper, you will be responsible for managing our firm's financial data, from reconciling accounts to managing invoices and expenses. Your role will be crucial in ensuring our financial operations run smoothly and efficiently. Previous experience in a law firm setting is appreciated, but not required.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain and manage all financial records, including purchases, sales, receipts, payments, and payroll.
• Reconcile bank accounts and petty cash accounts, ensuring all financial transactions are accurate and up to date.
• Manage all aspects of accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Prepare and submit weekly/monthly reports, assisting with forecasting and budgeting.
• Handle and process all invoices received for payment and undertake the payment of all creditors in an accurate, efficient, and timely manner.
• Ensure all financial reporting deadlines are met, both internally and externally.
• Assist in the development and implementation of financial policies and procedures.
• Maintain orderly filing systems for all financial documents.
• Handle sensitive information in a confidential manner.
• Utilize QuickBooks for various accounting tasks and reporting.
• Collaborate with the team to improve financial processes and efficiencies.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a bookkeeping role, preferably within a law firm or legal environment.
• Strong knowledge of general accounting principles and procedures.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information.
• Proven experience in expense management and budgeting.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong problem-solving skills and analytical abilities.

If you are a motivated, detail-oriented professional with a passion for numbers and a knack for accuracy, we would love to hear from you. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a prestigious law firm, and we look forward to reviewing your application.