Overview:

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Part-Time Legal Bookkeeper to manage the day-to-day financial transactions and records for our growing law firm. In this role, you will play a critical part in maintaining accurate company ledgers, managing specialized trust account reconciliations, and ensuring all financial data is meticulously structured within QuickBooks. This is an excellent opportunity for a precise financial professional looking for a stable, part-time schedule in the legal industry.

Schedule:

•  Monday to Friday, Flexible between 10:00 AM EST and 6:00 PM EST (2 hours per day, 10 hours per week)

Responsibilities:

• QuickBooks Management: Meticulously maintain, categorize, and organize all daily company books, invoices, expenses, and financial transactions within QuickBooks Online/Desktop.
• Trust Account Reconciliation: Perform mandatory, compliant monthly Trust Account reconciliations (IOLTA/MTA compliance) to ensure absolute alignment between bank statements and firm ledgers.
• General Bookkeeping: Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable, track vendor invoices, issue payments, and maintain the general ledger.
• Financial Data Management: Streamline financial record-keeping, audit entry errors, and ensure all receipts and financial documentation are properly digitalized and filed.
• Reporting: Prepare basic monthly cash flow updates and overview financial reports for management review.

Requirements:

• Software Proficiency: Proven, hands-on experience working extensively with QuickBooks (QuickBooks Online preferred).
• MUST HAVE A WINDOWS OS DEVICE
• Industry Experience: Strong working knowledge of legal bookkeeping standards and compliance procedures, specifically Legal Trust Accounting principles. Prior experience supporting a US or Canadian law firm is highly preferred.
• Attention to Detail: Exceptional precision in data entry and a strict eye for tracking financial discrepancies.
• Communication Skills: Excellent professional written and verbal English communication skills.
• Reliability: Ability to work independently within the set Eastern Standard Time (EST) schedule with minimal supervision.

Independent Contractor Perks:

• Permanent work from home
• Immediate hiring

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