Bookkeeper - 21544

Active Engagement: Participate in scheduled and impromptu video check-ins, asking clarifying questions when guidance is needed rather than making assumptions.

Deadline Management: Track engagement timelines proactively, providing early notice to leadership if reporting deadlines or month-end reconciliations are at risk.

Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.

Legal Accounting Track Record: Minimum of 2+ years of direct experience handling law firm bookkeeping, specifically managing and reconciling IOLTA (trust) and operating accounts.

Software Mastery: Strong hands-on proficiency in QuickBooks Online and legal practice/billing management platforms (such as Clio, Smokeball, LawPay, or equivalent systems).

Process Orientation & Detail: Meticulous attention to detail with a commitment to catching transaction errors and maintaining pristine audit trails.

Communication & Coachability: Clear written and verbal English skills; highly receptive to feedback, collaborative, and proactive in asking questions.

Schedule Alignment: Dedicated availability to work US business hours with at least 6 hours of direct daily overlap with Los Angeles (PST).

Reconciliation Accuracy: 100% accurate, audit-ready three-way IOLTA reconciliations completed within engagement timelines.

Workflow Compliance: Consistent adherence to established legal accounting checklists and SOPs with zero compliance errors.

Proactive Communication: Escalating discrepancies or deadline risks to leadership immediately to maintain seamless client delivery.