Law Offices of Stephan C Volker Hiring for Bookkeeper/Administrative Assistant Job at Berkeley, CA Full Time

About us

Law Offices of Stephan C. Volker is a small, public interest law firm based in Berkeley, CA, within walking distance of BART. You can make a difference in our fight for nature. We are an established and agile firm.

Our work environment includes:

• Private offices
• Charming building
• Free parking in own lot on premises
• Sanitary and safe environment: Proof of full COVID vaccination required.

We have an immediate opening for a part-time (30 hours/week) experienced Bookkeeper who will also perform Administrative Assistant duties, to join our team. Responsibilities include using Quickbooks, providing monthly financial information, payroll, along with general administrative tasks and office support. The ideal candidate will be a multitasker with excellent communications skills, as well as a highly organized individual. The successful candidate is an independent worker who will enjoy working on a team and will be able to work accurately in a fast-paced office environment.

Responsibilities:

• Use Quickbooks for Accounts Payable/Receivable, record deposits, use Chart of Account codes and case codes.
• Maintain accurate records for expenses paid by credit card, keep records of settlements/distributions, report payroll information to Paychex, collect W-9s from vendors/contractors.
• Enter case expenses, deposits, trust account transactions.
• Set up new legal cases in Timeslips, along with hours.
• Maintain bookkeeping paper and computer files.
• Answer telephone calls, and provide information or take messages/transfer callers to appropriate individuals.
• Gather, distribute, or handle incoming documents such as letters, memos, reports, via email and fax.
• Maintain library and computer/hard copy files.
• Work with insurance brokers and carrier for renewals and any claims.
• Occasional e-Filing

Skills:

• Proven experience as a bookkeeper (3+ years)
• Computer skills: Solid knowledge and experience with Quickbooks, Microsoft Office, Word Perfect, Excel Adobe. Basic knowledge of Timeslips.
• Familiarity with insurance terminology.
• Comfortable in small office setting and a virtual team.
• Strong verbal and writing skills.
• Flexible, courteous and professional.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $25.00 – $40.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Physical setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Berkeley, CA 94703: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Bachelor’s (Required)

Experience:

• Bookkeeping: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: One location