Cruitin · 3 months ago
Bookkeeper (Legal industry)
Brielle, NJ
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expCruitin is a reputable legal practice committed to providing exceptional service to clients while maintaining high standards of financial management. They are seeking a skilled Full-time Bookkeeper to manage financial aspects, maintain accurate records, and ensure compliance with legal and accounting standards.
Staffing & Recruiting
Responsibilities
Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records for the firm
Record all financial transactions, including income, expenses, and payments
Reconcile bank statements and credit card accounts
Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable
Prepare and process invoices for clients
Process and manage legal billing for all clients
Ensure accurate time tracking and expense allocation for each case
Generate detailed billing statements and reports
Communicate with attorneys and paralegals to clarify billing entries
Handle billing inquiries from clients and resolve discrepancies
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports
Generate profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow reports
Analyze financial data and provide insights to management
Assist in budget preparation and forecasting
Manage client trust accounts in compliance with legal and ethical standards
Maintain accurate records of trust account transactions
Reconcile trust accounts regularly
Ensure proper handling of retainer fees and disbursements
Utilize Leap Software for legal practice management and accounting
Enter and maintain client and matter information in Leap
Generate reports and analyze data using Leap's reporting features
Stay updated on Leap Software updates and new features
Ensure compliance with legal and accounting regulations
Assist in preparing documentation for internal and external audits
Stay informed about changes in legal accounting standards and practices
Implement and maintain internal controls to prevent fraud and errors
Process bi-weekly payroll for all employees
Calculate and process payroll taxes and deductions
Maintain accurate employee payroll records
Prepare and distribute W-2 forms
Qualification
Required
2+ years of bookkeeping experience, preferably in the legal industry
Strong background in bookkeeping with specific experience in legal billing
Proficiency in Leap Software
Ability to maintain accurate financial records
Experience in processing transactions and ensuring compliance with legal and accounting standards
Ability to manage accounts payable and accounts receivable
Experience in preparing and processing invoices for clients
Ability to generate detailed billing statements and reports
Experience in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports
Ability to analyze financial data and provide insights to management
Experience in managing client trust accounts in compliance with legal and ethical standards
Ability to ensure compliance with legal and accounting regulations
Experience in processing bi-weekly payroll and maintaining accurate employee payroll records
Company
Cruitin
At Cruitin, we believe that the future of recruitment lies in the perfect blend of technology and human expertise.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase