Part-time bookkeeper

The de la Garza Law Group is a boutique trial firm dedicated to seeking justice for victims of negligence and serious personal injuries. With a deep commitment to its clients, the firm’s skilled team provides personalized legal services to achieve the best possible outcomes. Located in Houston, TX, the firm prides itself on professionalism and results-driven, client focused advocacy.

The de la Garza Law Group is currently seeking a Part Time Bookkeeper to join our team. The bookkeeper will be responsible for weekly financial record keeping for the firm, with a primary focus on entering settlement distributions, issuing and recording checks to vendors and clients, reconciling account statements and ensuring the firm’s books are organized and accurate. The role is ideal for someone who is highly organized, discreet and comfortable working independently.

• Enter and record settlement distributions to clients, medical providers and other vendors
• Prepare, issue and track checks and electronic payments
• Reconcile operating, IOLTA, client expense and other accounts monthly in Quick Books
• Organize and maintain financial files, reports and supporting documents
• Assist with monthly and year-end closing tasks
• Coordinate with the firm’s CPA and management as needed
• Identify discrepancies and help resolve accounting issues promptly
• Ensure compliance with basic trust accounting and record-keeping requirements
• Perform other bookkeeping and administrative accounting tasks as needed to keep the firm’s finances tidy and well organized

• Proficiency with Quick Books
• 2+ years of experience with contingency fee based legal practices strongly preferred
• Previous experience in accounting, finance, or other related fields
• Fundamental knowledge of GAAP
• Ability to prioritize and multitask
• Strong organizational skills
• Deadline and detail-oriented
• Comfortable working independently and communicating clearly with attorneys and staff

Compensation: $25 to $32 an hour, depending on experience. Interested candidates should send resumes directly to