Bookkeeper

Loxo; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) 4% Match

Disability insurance

Flexible spending account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Paid training

Job summary

AlphaStaffHCM client in Stuart, FL is seeking a Legal Bookkeeper to support legal operations with precise financial records, GAAP compliance, and timely reporting. This in-person role requires strong bookkeeping skills and experience in corporate accounting within a legal setting.

Responsibilities include maintaining the general ledger, reconciliations, AP/AR, journal entries, budgeting support, and preparing financial reports for audits.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in a bookkeeping/accounting role.
• 3 years of experience working in a Law office.
• 1 year with Legal administrative experience.
• Proven experience with accounting software.
• Strong understanding of corporate accounting principles, including double entry bookkeeping and GAAP standards.
• Familiarity with public accounting procedures and governmental accounting requirements.
• Expertise in bank reconciliation, account reconciliation, balance sheet reconciliation, and general ledger reconciliation.
• Ability to perform detailed account analysis and prepare accurate financial reports.
• Proficiency in 10 key typing for data entry accuracy.
• Experience with payroll processing, accounts payable/receivable management, and tax experience is highly desirable.
• Solid understanding of financial concepts such as debits & credits, journal entries, budgeting, and technical accounting practices.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail for maintaining precise records.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update the general ledger using accounting software.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and general ledger account analysis to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions efficiently while verifying invoices and payments.
• Prepare journal entries, including debits & credits, to record financial transactions accurately in accordance with GAAP.
• Conduct bank reconciliations and account reconciliations regularly to verify account balances.
• Generate detailed financial reports, including financial statement writing, for internal review and external audits.
• Manage budgeting processes and assist with financial planning activities as needed.
• Ensure timely processing of tax-related documentation and maintain meticulous records for audit purposes.

Skills

Bookkeeping

GAAP knowledge

Bank reconciliation

Accounts payable

Accounts receivable

Journal entries

Payroll processing

Job description

Explore opportunities to grow your career with us or one of our clients

A client of AlphaStaffHCM™ is searching for someone to join our dynamic team as a Legal Bookkeeper, where your expertise in accounting and financial management will play a vital role in supporting legal operations and ensuring precise financial record-keeping. This position offers an exciting opportunity to apply your bookkeeping skills within a legal environment, contributing to accurate financial reporting, compliance, and operational efficiency. You will be responsible for managing various accounting functions, maintaining meticulous records, and ensuring adherence to financial standards and regulations.

This is an in-personrole for Stuart, FL. Candidates currently living in this location or willing to self-relocate are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and update the general ledger using accounting software.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and general ledger account analysis to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions efficiently while verifying invoices and payments.
• Prepare journal entries, including debits & credits, to record financial transactions accurately in accordance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles).
• Conduct bank reconciliations and account reconciliations regularly to verify account balances.
• Generate detailed financial reports, including financial statement writing, for internal review and external audits.
• Manage budgeting processes and assist with financial planning activities as needed.
• Ensure timely processing of tax-related documentation and maintain meticulous records for audit purposes.

Must Have Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in a bookkeeping/accounting role.
• 3 years of experience working in a Law office.
• 1 year with Legal administrative experience.
• Proven experience with accounting software.
• Strong understanding of corporate accounting principles, including double entry bookkeeping and GAAP standards.
• Familiarity with public accounting procedures and governmental accounting requirements.
• Expertise in bank reconciliation, account reconciliation, balance sheet reconciliation, and general ledger reconciliation.
• Ability to perform detailed account analysis and prepare accurate financial reports.
• Proficiency in 10 key typing for data entry accuracy.
• Experience with payroll processing, accounts payable/receivable management, and tax experience is highly desirable.
• Solid understanding of financial concepts such as debits & credits, journal entries, budgeting, and technical accounting practices.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail for maintaining precise records in accordance with regulatory standards. This role is ideal for motivated professionals eager to leverage their bookkeeping expertise within a legal setting that values accuracy, transparency, and compliance. Join us to make a meaningful impact through meticulous financial management while advancing your career in a supportive environment!

Compensation and Perks

• 401(k) 4% Match
• Disability insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training

Client does not provide visa sponsorship for this role. Please do not apply for this role if at any time (now or in the future) you will need immigration support (i.e., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT Training Plans, etc.).

Disclaimers: AlphaStaff, Inc. and the Client are equal employment opportunity employers and do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, past or present military service, disability, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.