Staff Accountant / Bookkeeper (Consulting Engagement)

Summary

Cherry Bekaert is seeking a Staff Accountant or Bookkeeper consultant to support a law firm client near Austin, Texas during a transition period. The role is responsible for maintaining day-to-day accounting operations, performing reconciliations, supporting month-end close, cleaning up historical records, documenting procedures, and assisting with process improvements and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Perform day-to-day bookkeeping and accounting activities, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger maintenance
• Process and record financial transactions accurately and timely
• Prepare bank, credit card, and balance sheet account reconciliations
• Assist with month-end and year-end close procedures
• Support cleanup and reconciliation of historical accounting records
• Maintain accounting schedules and supporting documentation
• Assist with cash management activities and banking transactions
• Monitor outstanding receivables and support collections efforts as needed
• Help prepare internal financial reports and account analyses
• Document accounting procedures, workflows, and key processes
• Coordinate with external accountants, tax professionals, and advisors to provide requested financial information
• Ensure accounting records are organized, complete, and audit-ready
• Identify opportunities for improving accounting processes and efficiency
• Provide administrative accounting support to leadership and the finance team as needed

Skills

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field preferred
• 3+ years of bookkeeping, staff accounting, or related accounting experience
• Experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, and general ledger accounting
• Understanding of month-end close processes and financial statement preparation
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software applications
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with client leadership and team members
• High degree of professionalism, confidentiality, and discretion
• Experience in a law firm or professional services environment
• Familiarity with legal accounting concepts, including:
• Trust accounting and IOLTA accounts
• Case cost tracking
• Billing and collections support
• Experience with accounting system cleanups or financial record reconciliations
• Prior consulting, outsourced accounting, or client-service experience
• Experience with QuickBooks, Sage, NetSuite, or similar accounting systems

Qualifications

Must Haves

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field preferred
• 3+ years of bookkeeping, staff accounting, or related accounting experience
• Experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, and general ledger accounting
• Understanding of month-end close processes and financial statement preparation
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software applications
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with client leadership and team members
• High degree of professionalism, confidentiality, and discretion

Nice to Haves

• Experience in a law firm or professional services environment
• Familiarity with legal accounting concepts, including:
• Trust accounting and IOLTA accounts
• Case cost tracking
• Billing and collections support
• Experience with accounting system cleanups or financial record reconciliations
• Prior consulting, outsourced accounting, or client-service experience
• Experience with QuickBooks, Sage, NetSuite, or similar accounting systems

Benefits

• Hybrid/Remote work arrangement; Texas-based preferred