Bookkeeper

Seeking Bookkeeper for a growing 11-lawyer, 25-person firm. Firm requires a well-organized and detail oriented individual to perform the billing and accounting functions of the firm. Strong accounting skills and computer knowledge required plus at least two years’ experience in a law firm or another professional service firm environment. · Must have at least 2+ years’ experience as a full-charge bookkeeper/accountant with responsibilitiesincluding client billing in a law or professional service firm environment.· Must have successfully completed coursework in accounting. An associate degree in accounting isdesirable.· Provide general management and oversight of the accounting systems· Experience with law firm billing or other professional service firm (Cosmolex, TABS or similar software)accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks) as well as Microsoft Office Products.· Must possess strong administrative, communication and organizational skills.· Should offer a professional appearance and manner.· Perform all bookkeeping functions· Perform all functions related to entry of cash receipts, client costs, billing with accounting systems· Perform all functions related to cash receipts and disbursements for the IOLTA trust account· Reconcile bank statements· Work up and make bank deposits for the firm’s accounts· Handle payroll· Provide all required financial reports to firm administration on a monthly basis· Coordinate with the firms outside accountants· Provide general management and oversight of the accounting systems· Handle W-2 requests and 1099's at year end.· Process Form 5500 on annual basis· Create firm budget on yearly basis Great benefits package. Must live within 40 minutes of North Brunswick.