Law Firm Bookkeeper

Prestige Accounting & Consulting; United States; Remote; USD 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accounting firm in the United States is seeking a highly skilled Bookkeeper to manage non-profit and law firm accounts. The role involves trust accounting, financial reporting, and general bookkeeping duties. Ideal candidates have at least 5 years of relevant experience, strong analytical skills, and a commitment to confidentiality. Competitive salary of $45,000 - $52,000 offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience at a law firm or accounting firm.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and accounting procedures.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Accurately manage client trust accounts (IOLTA) for law firm clients.
• Handle all aspects of law firm bookkeeping.
• Prepare and deliver monthly financial statements and reports.
• Manage and update accounting and billing systems.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Some college preferred; Bachelor’s degree is a plus

Tools

QuickBooks Online

CosmoLex

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Do you have a passion for numbers and analyzing reports? Prestige Accounting & Consulting is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Bookkeeper to join our team, with a strong emphasis on Non-profit & law firm accounting. This is a client-facing role requiring a professional who understands the nuances of non-profit/law firm accounting and is committed to accuracy, timeliness, and ethical handling of trust accounts. The ideal candidate will play a key role in supporting our law firm clients by managing their bookkeeping processes, paying vendors, cleaning up IOLTA accounts, and ensuring full compliance with state bar trust accounting regulations. Please only apply if you meet ALL of the qualifications.

Responsibilities:

• Trust Accounting & IOLTA Management
• Accurately manage client trust accounts (IOLTA) for multiple law firm clients, ensuring full compliance with state bar requirements.
• Record and reconcile all IOLTA transactions, including deposits, disbursements, and transfers.
• Perform three-way reconciliations monthly and prepare documentation for audit readiness.
• General Law Firm Bookkeeping
• Handle all aspects of law firm bookkeeping, including client billing, accounts payable and receivable, payroll journal entries, and data entry.
• Review and oversee client billing functions using platforms like CosmoLex, TimeSlips, or similar software.
• Enter all client costs and receipts into billing and accounting systems accurately and promptly.
• Financial Reporting & Support
• Prepare and deliver monthly financial statements and custom reports to firm owners.
• Coordinate with external CPAs and tax professionals during monthly and year-end close.
• Maintain organized and audit-ready records for each client.
• Software & Systems Management
• Manage and update accounting and billing systems, including QuickBooks Online, CosmoLex, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Provide support and guidance to clients on how to use these systems effectively, when necessary.

Qualifications:

• Great attention to detail, analytical and communication skills, with the ability to work accurately and gracefully under pressure.
• Minimum 5 years of recent accounting, bookkeeping, or related field experience at a law firm or accounting firm.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality handling financial data.
• Exceptional knowledge of GAAP and accounting procedures.
• High school diploma or equivalent, with some college preferred; a bachelor’s degree is a plus.

Compensation: $45,000 - $52,000 yearly