Full Charge Bookkeeper

We are looking for a Full Charge Bookkeeper to support a small law office on a part-time basis. This position oversees day-to-day financial activity, helping maintain accurate records across billing, payables, receivables, and account reconciliations. The ideal candidate is comfortable working independently, handles sensitive financial information with discretion, and brings strong bookkeeping experience in a services environment.

Responsibilities:

• Record and classify financial activity on a consistent basis to keep the firm’s books current and accurate.

• Oversee outgoing payments by processing vendor bills, employee reimbursements, and routine check disbursements.

• Support incoming revenue processes by entering client billing details, applying payments, and monitoring unpaid balances.

• Maintain precise ledger activity for trust-related transactions when client funds are involved.

• Complete regular reconciliations for bank accounts, credit cards, and other firm financial accounts to ensure accuracy.

• Produce weekly and monthly financial summaries for review and decision-making.

• Assist with financial planning activities by tracking cash flow, monitoring spending, and supporting budget awareness.

• Work with the firm’s external accounting partner to help prepare information needed for quarterly and year-end reporting.

• Preserve well-organized financial documentation across both electronic files and physical records.

For consideration, please contact Mary Wood @ Robert Half 504-383-0743. Thank you!

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience in bookkeeping with hands-on responsibility for general ledger, accounts payable, and accounts receivable functions.
• Strong working knowledge of QuickBooks, whether using the online or desktop version.
• Familiarity with legal accounting platforms such as Clio Manage, Tabs3, or similar law firm financial systems.
• Understanding of trust accounting practices and compliance requirements in environments that manage client funds.
• High level of accuracy in data entry, account balancing, and financial record maintenance.
• Ability to manage responsibilities independently and stay organized with limited day-to-day oversight.
• Sound judgment and discretion when handling confidential financial and client-related information.

Compensation

$22.00-$27.00 Hourly

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