Full Charge Bookkeeper

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Full Charge Bookkeeper to join a dynamic law firm in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This short-term contract to permanent position requires a detail-oriented individual to manage all aspects of billing, payroll, accounts payable and receivable, and general accounting operations. The ideal candidate will be skilled in using QuickBooks and legal billing systems, capable of handling complex financial processes, and comfortable working in a fast-paced legal environment.

Responsibilities :

• Oversee billing processes for multiple attorneys, ensuring accuracy and compliance with client requirements.
• Utilize legal billing platforms to submit invoices and allocate payments efficiently.
• Process payments, record deposits, and allocate funds to appropriate client matters.
• Administer full-cycle payroll for staff members, ensuring adherence to regulations.
• Manage accounts payable by reviewing, processing, and paying vendor invoices, credit card bills, and utilities.
• Reconcile bank and credit card statements to ensure financial accuracy.
• Maintain the general ledger and prepare financial statements as needed.
• Ensure documentation and audit trails are in place for all financial transactions.
• Collaborate with attorneys, legal staff, and vendors to resolve billing and payment issues.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing procedures, including the preparation of financial reports.
• At least 5 years of experience in full-charge bookkeeping, preferably in a detail-oriented services or legal environment.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks and familiarity with legal billing systems like PC Law.
• Experience using multiple legal billing portals to manage invoicing and payments.
• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables and basic analytics.
• Strong knowledge of payroll processes and accounts payable / receivable best practices.
• Exceptional attention to detail and proven analytical problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities to handle high-volume tasks.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or a related field is preferred.