
Bookkeeper
Accentuate Staffing is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper for a law firm in Raleigh, NC. This is a full-time, direct hire opportunity responsible for managing day-to-day accounting operations, financial reporting, billing, and collections, with a strong focus on accuracy and compliance.
Responsibilities:
- Manage daily bookkeeping activities, including maintaining the general ledger and ensuring accurate financial records.
- Oversee client billing processes, including generating monthly invoices and distributing them to clients.
- Handle collections and ensure timely receipt and posting of payments.
- Process and post credit card transactions and deposits to operating and trust accounts.
- Reconcile operating and trust accounts on a monthly basis, ensuring compliance with legal and accounting standards.
- Maintain detailed financial documentation, including monthly binders with receipts, checks, and transaction records.
- Record all client and firm expenses, including credit card transactions, in the general ledger.
- Prepare monthly financial reports, including income statements and balance sheets.
- Manage accounts payable, ensuring timely and accurate payment of all bills and verification of charges.
- Process payroll on a semi-monthly basis using SurePayroll.
- Partner with external CPA on tax-related matters and financial reporting.
- Support basic office administration, including tracking employee timekeeping and maintaining personnel records.
Requirements:
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field preferred (or equivalent experience).
- 3+ years of bookkeeping or accounting experience, preferably in a legal or professional services environment.
- Strong understanding of GAAP and accounting principles.
- Experience managing both operating and trust accounts.
- High attention to detail with strong analytical and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Proactive, solution-oriented mindset with a focus on process improvement.




