What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bookkeeper position at Villarreal & Begum, PLLC?
ABOUT US
Villarreal & Begum Law Group is a highly successful, community-focused, fast-growing personal injury law firm headquartered in San Antonio with multiple offices across Texas. As a high-performing and dynamic team, we pride ourselves on doing the right thing every time, even when no one is looking. Integrity, teamwork, service, and community are our watchwords. You will be helping us reach those in the community who are looking for someone to defend them – helping them through some of the most challenging financial, medical, and personal situations people face.
POSITION SUMMARY
We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join our team. This individual will play a key role in managing our financial records, including General Ledger handling, preparing P&L statements and balance sheets, and overseeing bookkeeping responsibilities. The Bookkeeper will work closely with our Accounting Manager and be responsible for producing accurate and timely financial reports. Additionally, this role involves creating and implementing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and standards for our accounting practices to ensure compliance and efficiency. Our company uses QuickBooks Online, so proficiency with this software is essential.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:
· Enter bills and expenses in Quickbooks
· Scan and attach documents to entries
· Research, as necessary
· Schedule and create bill payments
· Prepare vendor checks for approval before sending
· Enter credit card transactions daily in Quickbooks
· Require and attach receipts and documents with entries
· Reconcile credit card accounts each week
· Create invoices in QB when required
· Send out invoices to customers
· Record payments received and deposits in ALL operating and IOLTA accounts, and attach correspondent documents in QB
· Maintain client loan amounts updated in Quickbooks
· Reconcile all bank accounts every month
· Reconcile balances vs IOLTAs in Quickbooks each month
· Filing: Maintain a physical and digital filing system with copies of important documents
· Office: Assist with end of month, quarter and annual financial reports, as required, and with other tasks as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES)
- Proficiency in QuickBooks Online and advanced knowledge of accounting software and databases.
- General understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting standards.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Ability to develop and implement accounting procedures and SOPs.
- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
NOTE
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related. instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by anyone authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to accommodate individuals with disabilities reasonably. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at-will” relationship. Villarreal & Begum Law Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, transgender status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or other protected class.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Experience:
- Bookkeeping: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- San Antonio, TX 78201 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $24