Bookkeeper

Overview

Ward, Murray, Pace & Johnson, P.C. seeks a detail-oriented bookkeeper to maintain accurate firm financial records and support day-to-day accounting operations. This position calls for sound judgment, careful reconciliation, and discretion with firm and client financial information. The bookkeeper will work with the firm management team and, as needed, the firm’s outside accounting professionals.

Responsibilities

• Record and classify transactions in QuickBooks Online and maintain accurate supporting documentation
• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable, including payment and deposit records
• Reconcile bank accounts and general-ledger accounts; investigate and resolve discrepancies
• Prepare journal entries and assist with month-end close and routine financial reports
• Organize records and respond to reasonable information requests from firm management and outside accountants
• Review and distribute client billing invoices and month-end statements
• Responsible for client trust account payments and distributions, including reconcilitions and coordination with the attorneys responsible for those accounts

Required Qualifications

• Bookkeeping experience involving transaction entry, account reconciliation, and accounts payable or receivable
• Working proficiency with QuickBooks Online and Microsoft Excel
• Ability to identify discrepancies, maintain orderly records, meet deadlines, and handle sensitive information with discretion
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail; ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently

Preferred

• Experience in a law firm or other professional-services setting
• Experience with client trust accounting
• Familiarity with month-end reporting and generally accepted accounting principles.

Pay: $23.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Education:

• Associate (Required)

Experience:

• Bookkeeping: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person