Full Charge Bookkeeper

Krause Estate Planning & Elder Law Center; Wisconsin; Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer Paid Medical, Dental and Vis

Disability/Critical Illness Insurance

401(k)

Flexible Spending Account

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Krause Estate Planning & Elder Law Center seeks an experienced Bookkeeper/Payroll Specialist II to manage payroll and core bookkeeping functions for the firm. This full-time role ensures compliance with payroll and tax laws, reconciles accounts, and handles payables and receivables.

The ideal candidate has 2–5 years of general accounting and payroll experience, extensive QuickBooks Online knowledge, and the ability to work remotely with occasional in-office visits to Oregon, WI.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of general office, accounting, and payroll experience; legal experience is highly preferred
• Extensive experience with QuickBooks Online
• Bondable up to $4M

Responsibilities

• Independently process payroll, including wage calculations, deductions, garnishments, and direct deposits
• Monitor reports for errors, troubleshoot discrepancies, and reconcile payroll issues
• Maintain master payroll records including tax exemptions, benefits, and loan payments
• Record employee transfers, wage adjustments, and other payroll changes
• Prepare and file periodic reports of earnings, taxes, and deductions
• Assist with preparation and issuance of W-2 forms at year-end
• Oversee accounts payable and receivable, including vendor payments and client billing
• Prepare monthly financial statements and reports for attorney/management review
• Ensure compliance with payroll/tax regulations and firm policies

Skills

Payroll processing

Accounting

Attention to detail

Tools

QuickBooks Online

Job description

***Applicants must reside in Wisconsin or Northern Illinois***

Krause Estate Planning & Elder Law Center is seeking an experienced full-charge Bookkeeper/Payroll Specialist to join our firm. This is a unique opportunity to step into a well-established role at a growing law firm that values collaboration, integrity, and excellence.

This is a full-time position offering competitive pay, excellent benefits, and the flexibility to work remotely. Candidates within a commutable distance of Oregon, WI, are preferred, as occasional in-office work is required.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Bookkeeper/Payroll Specialist II independently manages payroll and core bookkeeping functions for the firm. This role ensures compliance with payroll and tax laws, reconciles accounts, and oversees accounts payable and receivable.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Independently process payroll, including wage calculations, deductions, garnishments, and direct deposits
• Monitor computer-generated reports for errors, troubleshoot discrepancies, and reconcile payroll issues
• Maintain and update master payroll records, including tax exemptions, benefits, and loan payments
• Record employee transfers, wage adjustments, and other personnel-related payroll changes
• Prepare and file periodic reports of earnings, taxes, and deductions
• Assist with preparation and issuance of W-2 forms at year-end
• Oversee accounts payable and receivable, including vendor payments, client billing support, and reconciliations
• Prepare monthly financial statements and reports for attorney/management review
• Ensure compliance with applicable payroll/tax regulations and firm accounting policies

WHAT'S REQUIRED?

• 2-5 years of general office, accounting, and payroll experience; legal experience is highly preferred
• Extensive experience with QuickBooks Online
• Bondable up to $4M

BENEFITS:

• Employer Paid Medical, plus Dental and Vision Options
• Disability/Critical Illness Insurance Options
• 401(k)
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Program

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday, during regular business hours. While this role offers the flexibility to work remotely, we prefer candidates within a reasonable commuting distance of Oregon, WI, as occasional in-office work may be necessary.

HYBRID/REMOTE WORK REQUIREMENTS:

Candidates must have a dedicated, private workspace free from distractions. A quiet, secure setting is required to maintain privacy and comply with all relevant privacy regulations. In addition, candidates should have a reliable internet connection and be able to manage their time effectively to meet team goals.

ABOUT US:

Krause Estate Planning & Elder Law Center offers comprehensive estate planning and elder law services for a wide range of matters, including wills, trusts, and Medicaid planning. We have locations in Oregon, Brookfield, and Madison, WI.