Bookkeeper

Meirowitz & Wasserberg, LLP; New York (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Commuter Program

Retirement Plan

Job summary

Meirowitz & Wasserberg, LLP, a plaintiff personal injury law firm with offices across multiple states, is seeking a skilled Bookkeeper to join its Finance team in New York. You will manage accounts payable and receivable, reconcile bank statements, and prepare firm deposits to ensure accurate financial records.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, confidentiality, and collaboration across departments. Proficiency in QuickBooks and Excel is required, with at least two years of bookkeeping

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of bookkeeping experience.
• Experience with QuickBooks and Excel required.
• Strong data entry and financial calculation accuracy.
• Ability to work across departments and maintain confidentiality.
• Good organizational and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable and receivable transactions.
• Prepare all transactions for bank reconciliations
• Resolve discrepancies or issues that arise
• Prepare and execute accounts receivable processes, including reviewing client disbursement, posting payment, and issuing all checks
• Process all credit card transactions
• Prepare and process bank deposits

Skills

Attention to detail

Data entry accuracy

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Tools

QuickBooks

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Bookkeeper

About Us

Meirowitz & Wasserberg, LLP, is a trial law firm dedicated to helping injured people get the justice they deserve. We have offices in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, North Carolina, Illinois, Florida, California, and Texas. We only represent people—not corporations. Our nationwide practice affords us the opportunity to make a difference on a broad scale, and we are looking for colleagues who share our passion.

About the Role

A mid-size plaintiff personal injury law firm is seeking a skilled and experienced Bookkeeper to join our growing Finance team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing accounts payable and receivable, reconciling bank statements, and preparing firms’ deposits. This position will work closely with the accounting team to ensure compliance with financial regulations. The Bookkeeper will also manage expense tracking and ensure accurate record-keeping for audits and tax filings. Attention to detail and strong organizational skills are essential for success in this role.

You Will

• Process accounts payable and receivable transactions, including verifying invoices and issuing payments to vendors in a timely manner.
• Prepare all transactions for bank reconciliations
• Resolve any discrepancies or issues that arise
• Prepare and execute accounts receivable processes, including reviewing client disbursement, posting payment, and issuing all checks
• Process all credit card transactions
• Prepare and process bank deposits
• Process all scans to support digital backing.

You Have

• Minimum of 2 years previous Bookkeeper experience.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and financial calculations
• Proficiency in accounting software such as QuickBooks, Microsoft office applications particularly Excel
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, with the capacity to work collaboratively across departments.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of financial information

Our Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Plans
• Commuter Transit Program and other voluntary benefits
• Retirement Plan

Salary Range : $75k-$85k per year

The quoted salary range represents our good faith estimate as to what our ideal candidates are likely to expect, and we tailor our offers within the range based on the selected candidate's experience, industry knowledge, location, technical and communication skills, and other factors that may prove relevant during the interview process.

$75,000 - $85,000 a year