Description We are looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Bookkeeper to join our team on a contract basis in New York, New York. In this role, you will play a critical part in maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring smooth billing operations for a legal firm. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals who excel at reconciliation and legal billing processes. Responsibilities: • Manage day-to-day bookkeeping tasks, including accounts payable and accounts receivable. • Perform detailed account reconciliations to identify and resolve discrepancies. • Conduct bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy in financial reporting. • Assist with legal billing processes, utilizing billing software such as Clio. • Prepare and reconcile balance sheet accounts to maintain financial integrity. • Perform daily reconciliations to ensure transactions are accurately recorded. • Collaborate with team members to address urgent accounting and billing cleanup needs. • Maintain organized financial records and documentation for auditing purposes. • Utilize QuickBooks and other financial tools to streamline accounting operations. Requirements • Proven experience in bookkeeping, preferably within a legal or detail-oriented environment. • Proficiency in QuickBooks and other accounting software. • Strong knowledge of accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) processes. • Experience with bank and account reconciliations. • Familiarity with legal billing software, such as Clio, is highly desirable. • Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills. • Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting. • Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .