Senior Bookkeeper

Orionplacement; Livingston (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Confidential Employer in Livingston, NJ is seeking a skilled bookkeeper to join our law firm's accounting team. You will manage daily bookkeeping functions including AP/AR, reconcile trust accounts, and assist with financial statements and reporting.

Applicants should have 2+ years of bookkeeping in a law firm, with experience in legal accounting software such as Tabs, Clio, Elite, or Aderant. This full-time on-site position offers a collaborative environment and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of bookkeeping experience within a law firm.
• Strong knowledge of AP, AR, general ledger, reconciliations, and journal entries.
• Experience preparing financial statements.
• Proficiency with Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Experience with legal accounting software (Tabs/Clio/Elite/Aderant).
• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• Excellent attention to detail, organization, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily bookkeeping functions, including accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Reconcile operating and attorney trust bank accounts.
• Maintain accurate general ledger records and prepare journal entries.
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statement preparation.
• Support leadership with financial reporting and ad hoc analysis.
• Monitor accounting processes and recommend workflow improvements.
• Help maintain internal financial controls and compliance.
• Utilize legal accounting software to ensure accurate financial records.
• Collaborate with attorneys, leadership, and administrative staff on financial matters.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organization

Communication

Bookkeeping experience

Education

Bachelor's or Associate in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Tabs

Clio

Elite

Aderant

Job description

Pay: $65,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a well-established, collaborative law firm with a strong reputation and long-term stability.


• Play a key role in managing the firm's financial operations and supporting leadership with meaningful financial reporting.


• Enjoy a professional, team-oriented environment where your expertise is valued.


• Work closely with experienced legal and administrative professionals in a respected practice.


• Opportunity to improve processes, make an impact, and grow your accounting career within the legal industry.


• Healthy work-life balance and a supportive workplace culture.

Location: Livingston, NJ – This is a full-time, on-site position where you'll work closely with leadership and the accounting team in a collaborative office environment.

Note: Applicants must have at least 2+ years of bookkeeping experience within a law firm. Experience with legal accounting systems and trust account reconciliation is strongly preferred.

About Us: We are a growing, full-service law firm serving businesses, institutions, and individuals across a wide range of legal matters. Our team combines sophisticated legal work with a collaborative, supportive culture that values professionalism, integrity, and continuous improvement. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Manage daily bookkeeping functions, including accounts payable and accounts receivable.


• Reconcile operating and attorney trust bank accounts.


• Maintain accurate general ledger records and prepare journal entries.


• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statement preparation.


• Support leadership with financial reporting and ad hoc analysis.


• Monitor accounting processes and recommend workflow improvements.


• Help maintain internal financial controls and compliance.


• Utilize legal accounting software to ensure accurate financial records.


• Collaborate with attorneys, leadership, and administrative staff on financial matters.


• Maintain strict confidentiality while handling sensitive financial information.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of bookkeeping experience within a law firm.


• Strong knowledge of AP, AR, general ledger, reconciliations, and journal entries.


• Experience preparing financial statements.


• Proficiency with Excel and Microsoft Office.


• Experience with legal accounting software.


• Familiarity with Tabs, Clio, Elite, Aderant, or similar legal accounting platforms preferred.


• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.


• Excellent attention to detail, organization, and communication skills.

Why You Will Love Working Here

You'll become an important part of a collaborative legal team where your contributions directly support the firm's success. We value professionalism, teamwork, continuous improvement, and creating an environment where employees can build long-term careers while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

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Benefits

• Dental insurance


• Health insurance


• Paid time off


• Vision insurance