Role Description
My client, an independent investigations, business intelligence, and risk management firm located in Westchester County, NY, is seeking a highly organized, tech-savvy, and discreet Bookkeeper/Office Manager to help support our financial and operational infrastructure as we scale. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, professional environment and enjoys taking ownership of systems, processes, and outcomes.
The Bookkeeper/Office Manager will be responsible for managing day-to-day financial operations using QuickBooks Online, ensuring accurate client billing via Clio, and supporting the firmโs operational needs โ from new employee onboarding to scheduling project assignments. This role is integral to keeping our team running smoothly and supporting a high-performance culture.
Qualifications
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Associate or bachelorโs degree.
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5+ years of bookkeeping and office management experience, preferably working in a small to medium size business; experience in a law firm or professional services firm preferred.
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Advanced proficiency with QuickBooks Online.
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Experience using Clio or similar professional billing software (legal or consulting with hourly billing/time tracking context preferred).
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Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and discretion with sensitive information.
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Comfortable with scheduling and managing workflows for a distributed team.
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Proactive, resourceful, and solutions-oriented mindset.
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Excellent organization and time management skills.
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Strong verbal and written communication skills.
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Strong work ethic with a can-do attitude.
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Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
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Self-starter mentality; proactive mindset.
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Fluency in another language in addition to English is desired but not required.
Requirements
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Maintain accurate financial records in QuickBooks Online.
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Manage accounts payable and receivable, reconcile accounts, and track expenses.
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Prepare financial reports and assist with budgeting and forecasting.
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Generate and manage client invoices using Clio billing software.
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Prepare and handle Sales Tax filings.
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Process bi-weekly payroll through ADP Run, ensuring accuracy and compliance with all state and federal requirements.
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Coordinate with accountants for tax filings and financial compliance.
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Oversee administrative operations and ensure effective internal processes.
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Maintain state licensing compliance/renewals.
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Scheduling of investigative/security assignments and team availability.
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Insurance policy reviews, applications, and audits.
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Maintain and improve office systems, tools, and documentation.
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Coordinate equipment, software access, and other resources for team members.
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Provide support to the staff as needed pertaining to any administrative, facilities or technology-related issues; serve as first point of contact for IT-related needs for the NY office staff.
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Lead new employee onboarding, including new hire paperwork and orientation, systems access, IT/equipment and software setup, and team integration, and other ad hoc requests as needed.
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Maintain personnel records and support internal HR communications.
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Assist with maintaining a positive and collaborative remote or hybrid work culture.
Benefits
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Competitive set of benefits, including remote work arrangements.
Company Description
This position is currently remote; the future base of operations may be moved to an office location in the New York area. The compensation for this position ranges from $80,000.00 - $100,000.00. Actual compensation will be dependent upon the specific role, office location as well as the individualโs qualifications, experience, skills and certifications.