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Legal Bookkeeper

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:

  • Mondays to Fridays, 10:00 am to 12:00 pm (US Eastern Time, 10 hours per week, 2 hours per day)

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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Legal Bookkeeper

Job Category

Accounting and Finance

Job Type

Part Time (10-19 Hours)

Work Schedule and Timezone

Monday to Friday, 10:00 AM EST to 12:00 PM EST (2 hours per day, 10 hours per week)

Published on

Aug 04 2026

“BruntWork made the entire recruitment process smooth, transparent, and stress-free. They matched me with a client that genuinely fits my skills and values — and the support didn’t stop at placement... A reliable, professional partner I’d recommend without hesitation.”

— Zyrrah D, Bookkeeper

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