Archived listing. The details below describe a past opening.
We have an exciting opportunity with a downtown client to immediately hire a Bookkeeper on a contract-to-permanent basis. This Bookkeeping position supports daily financial operations by maintaining accurate records, processing payroll activity, and preparing key accounting reports. The ideal candidate brings hands-on bookkeeping experience within the legal industry, strong technical skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment while communicating clearly across teams.
Responsibilities:
- Maintain complete and accurate financial records by posting transactions, updating ledgers, and ensuring day-to-day bookkeeping activities are properly documented.
- Reconcile bank accounts and other financial records on a regular basis to confirm balances and resolve discrepancies promptly.
- Prepare recurring financial reports such as profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow summaries for management review.
- Process accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, including invoicing, payment tracking, and follow-up on outstanding balances.
- Administer payroll and related tax activities, ensuring timely and accurate handling of employee pay and required filings.
- Support monthly and quarterly tax reporting by gathering documentation, reviewing financial data, and assisting with required submissions.
- Research accounting issues as needed and provide practical recommendations to help address variances, errors, or process concerns.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders effectively while demonstrating accountability, sound judgment, and strong customer service.
- Use bookkeeping and office software tools to manage financial data efficiently, maintain organized records, and support reporting needs.
- At least 3 years of full-charge bookkeeping or closely related accounting experience in a hands-on operational role.
- Working knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and familiarity with standard U.S. accounting procedures.
- Experience using bookkeeping platforms such as QuickBooks and the ability to learn systems including PerfectLaw.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel, along with comfort using Adobe and other business software.
- Background in accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, expense tracking, bank reconciliations, and manual payroll processing.
- Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving abilities with attention to accuracy and detail.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work well with individuals at different levels of an organization.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States and must be eligible to work in the U.S..