Senior Law Firm Bookkeeper & Financial Controller

WizeHire, Inc; Teaneck Township (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Vision and dental coverage

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Voluntary Aflac coverage

401(k) plan

Paid Sick leave / PTO

Job summary

WizeHire, Inc. seeks an experienced Full Charge Bookkeeper to manage a North Jersey law firm's financial records, including operating and trust accounts, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and reporting.

You will reconcile accounts, process payroll, prepare monthly statements, assist budgeting, and coordinate with external accountants for year-end tax. The role requires a Bachelor’s in Accounting or related field, or equivalent experience, and proficiency in Excel and QuickBooks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience.
• Experience as a Full Charge Bookkeeper, preferably in legal/professional services.
• Proficient in Excel, QuickBooks, and MS Office.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable for a law firm.
• Reconcile bank and credit card statements to maintain accurate records.
• Process payroll and payroll tax reports, ensuring compliance.
• Prepare monthly financial statements, cash flow projections and variance analyses.
• Assist with budgeting and monitor budget performance.
• Audit settlement statements prior to disbursement.
• Coordinate with external accountants/auditors for year-end reporting and tax prep.
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies and regulations.
• Provide financial insights to management for business decisions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Independent work

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Excel

QuickBooks

Microsoft Office

Job description

WizeHire, Inc. seeks an experienced Full Charge Bookkeeper to manage a North Jersey law firm's financial records, including operating and trust accounts, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and reporting.

You will reconcile accounts, process payroll, prepare monthly statements, assist budgeting, and coordinate with external accountants for year-end tax. The role requires a Bachelor’s in Accounting or related field, or equivalent experience, and proficiency in Excel and QuickBooks.