Law Firm Bookkeeper

Love numbers, solving problems, and finding ways to make a business better? We want to meet you!

Rice & Kendig Injury Lawyers is seeking an experienced, analytical, and detail-oriented Accounting Manager to oversee our firm's financial operations. We're looking for more than someone who can balance the books. We want a proactive professional who can identify opportunities for improvement, strengthen financial processes, and help leadership make informed business decisions.

This position combines hands-on accounting, financial analysis, and team leadership, offering an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on our firm's continued growth.

What You'll Do

Accounting & Financial Management

• Oversee daily accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger management, and account reconciliations.
• Maintain accurate financial records and manage month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow reports.
• Manage payroll processing, reconciliations, and related reporting.
• Coordinate with the firm's CPA and other financial professionals on tax preparation, reporting, and financial matters.
• Provide bookkeeping and financial reporting support for additional businesses owned by the firm's partners, as assigned.

Financial Analysis & Business Strategy

• Develop, implement, and monitor operating budgets and financial forecasts.
• Analyze business expenses, identify unnecessary costs, and recommend opportunities for savings.
• Review financial trends, profitability, and cash flow to help leadership make informed decisions.
• Prepare regular financial reports and present key findings and actionable recommendations to firm leadership.
• Evaluate existing financial processes and recommend improvements to efficiency, accuracy, and cost management.
• Assist leadership with financial planning and evaluating business expenditures.

Leadership & Oversight

• Supervise and support accounting personnel, including assigning responsibilities, reviewing work, and ensuring accuracy.
• Establish and maintain effective accounting procedures and internal financial controls.
• Ensure financial deadlines are met and accounting processes are completed accurately and consistently.
• Collaborate with leadership and other departments to improve financial workflows and reporting.
• Promote accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement within the accounting function.
• TO APPLY, SEND RESUME DIRECTLY TO [email protected]

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field.
• Several years of progressive accounting experience, including financial reporting and general business accounting.
• Experience managing payroll and overseeing day-to-day accounting operations.
• Strong understanding of financial statements, general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and budgeting.
• Proficiency with QuickBooks Online or comparable accounting software.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and communicate financial information clearly to leadership.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and discretion when handling confidential financial information.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA designation or CPA eligibility.
• Previous experience supervising or managing accounting personnel.
• Experience in a law firm or professional services environment.
• Experience managing financial operations for multiple businesses.
• Demonstrated success in expense analysis, cost reduction, budgeting, or financial process improvements.
• TO APPLY, SEND RESUME DIRECTLY TO [email protected]

A Little About Us

At Rice & Kendig Injury Lawyers, we're more than just a law firm. We're a team of people who care about our clients, our community, and each other. We proudly serve personal injury clients throughout Louisiana and Texas, guided by our five core values: Compassion, Justice, Truth, Growth, and Service.

Ready to put your accounting expertise to work and make a real impact? We'd love to hear from you! *TO APPLY, SEND RESUME DIRECTLY TO [email protected]