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Bookkeeper / Paralegal

Jobot

Hempstead, NY

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$50,000–$70,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Billing, Bookkeeping, Cash Flow, Construction, Detail Oriented, Disbursements, Expense Reports, Expense Tracking, Finance, Financial Operations, Financial Reporting, General Ledger Accounting, Health Insurance, Intuit Quickbooks, Legal, Legal Standards, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Excel, Organizational Skills, Paralegal, Payroll Administration, Personal Injury, Reconciliation, Record Keeping, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Retirement Plan, Sales Management, Tax Accounting, Tax Returns, Team Player
LOCATION
Hempstead, NY
POSTED
1 day ago
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Salary: $50,000 - $70,000 per year

A bit about us:

Personal injury law firm focused on cases like car accidents, construction injuries, medical malpractice, and wrongful death, representing clients across Long Island and New York City. They are known for handling accident-related claims and seeking compensation for injured individuals.

Why join us?
  • Competitive salary based on experience
  • Health insurance and retirement plan options
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Supportive, team-oriented work environment


Job Details

Our firm is looking for a detail-oriented and organized Bookkeeper to manage the firm’s day-to-day financial operations. This role is critical in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting case-related accounting, and ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities
  • Maintain and update general ledger, accounts payable, and accounts receivable
  • Manage client trust accounts (IOLTA) in compliance with New York legal accounting rules
  • Process invoices, expense reports, and vendor payments
  • Reconcile bank statements and monitor cash flow
  • Assist with payroll processing and employee expense tracking
  • Prepare monthly financial reports for partners
  • Coordinate with external accountants for tax preparation and audits
  • Ensure accurate recordkeeping for case settlements and disbursements

Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 2+ years of bookkeeping experience (law firm experience required)
  • Experience with personal injury or contingency-based accounting is required
  • Knowledge of trust accounting and legal compliance requirements
  • Proficiency in QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel


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About the Company

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COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
2018
WEBSITE
http://www.jobot.com