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, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM EST (4 hours per day, 20 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

Note

Please click the Apply button to complete your application, including the assessment questions, technical check, and voice recording. Your hourly pay rate will be established based on your performance in the application process; submissions with all requirements fulfilled will receive priority review.