Assistant Bookkeeper Posting

SMITH ALLING, P.S., a Tacoma law firm (11 lawyers, 11 support staff) with a downtown waterfront office, is looking for a part-time Assistant Bookkeeper. Ideal applicant would become primary Bookkeeper in a few years.

We are looking for someone professional with a positive attitude who interacts well with a variety of people. Flexible hours. Up to 80 hours per month.

Initial compensation range is $21.00 – $25.00/hr. based on experience and other relevant factors.

Please provide resume and cover letter to mmc@smithalling.com.

Assistant Bookkeeper Responsibilities:

· Compile and enter cost advances, reimbursements, and other charges to be billed

· Monthly AR report and follow up

· Bank deposits and recording cash receipts/deposits

· Accounts payable

· Revise and mail out statements.

Assistant Bookkeeper Skills/Requirements:

· Experience with financial activities dealing with accounts receivable and accounts payable.

· Knowledge of accounting principles, techniques, and procedures.

· Excellent written and oral communication skills including grammar and financial terminology.

· Computer use including special accounting software including TABS preferred and MS Excel.

· Accounting degree and one-year experience with accounting support in an office setting, including data entry, processing of payables, and receivables information or a High School Diploma/GED and three-years’ experience with accounting support in an office setting including data entry and processing of financial information.

• Ability to effectively work on multiple projects with competing deadlines and ability to adapt to changing priorities
• Excellent customer service skills
• Detail-oriented and highly organized
• Self-motivated and able to work independently and in a team environment.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $21.00 - $25.00 per hour

Work Location: In person