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Salinastriallawcareers

Bookkeeper

San Antonio, TX

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About the role

  • Process personal injury settlements from funding through final disbursement, including preparing settlement statements, issuing checks/ACH payments to clients, lienholders, and vendors, and recording all settlement-related entries.
  • Track case costs/advances (filing fees, medical records, experts, investigators), ensure accurate linkage to matters, and coordinate reimbursement to the firm at settlement.
  • Reconcile all bank and credit card accounts monthly, including operating, trust, payroll, and any deposit accounts; investigate and resolve variances in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain the general ledger for operating and trust accounts, including daily posting of receipts, disbursements, and journal entries in QuickBooks (or similar) and case management software.
  • Perform monthly three-way trust reconciliations (bank statement, trust ledger, and individual client ledgers), promptly research and resolve discrepancies, and maintain complete audit-ready documentation.
  • Manage accounts payable: receive, verify, and enter invoices; code to proper matters or GL accounts; schedule and process payments; maintain W‑9s and support for year-end 1099 reporting.
  • Manage accounts receivable: record settlement receipts and other deposits, monitor outstanding balances or reimbursements, and coordinate with attorneys/COO regarding collection issues.
  • Collaborate with the litigation and intake teams to ensure financial data (case costs, liens, settlements) is accurately reflected in case management systems such as Salesforce/ Litify.
  • Maintain organized digital and physical accounting records, including invoices, statements, reconciliations, and settlement files, in accordance with firm document retention policies.

Requirements

  • Ability to remain seated for extended periods (up to 6-8 hours daily) while working on a computer and reviewing financial and case records.
  • Other duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
  • Proficiency with QuickBooks (or similar accounting software), Microsoft Excel/Office, and experience integrating or working alongside legal case management platforms (e.g., Salesforce, Litify, Filevine, Clio).
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, team‑oriented environment, prioritize competing tasks, and meet tight deadlines.
  • Required Skills/Abilities: Strong analytical and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple accounts, deadlines, and high-volume transactions accurately and efficiently.

Nice to have

  • Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field
  • Bachelor's degree preferred (or equivalent relevant experience).
  • 3+ years of bookkeeping experience, including at least 2 years in a law firm or professional services environment
  • personal injury or plaintiff's practice strongly preferred.
  • Demonstrated experience with trust/IOLTA accounting and three-way reconciliations.
  • Prior experience processing settlements, tracking case costs, or managing lien payments in a personal injury context is highly valued.

Skills

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills to clearly explain financial information to attorneys, staff, and external vendors.

Compensation

  • Partner with the external CPA on quarterly and annual tax filings, year-end close, and any audits or reviews, providing schedules and supporting documentation as needed.

Company info

  • Founded by trial attorney George Salinas, we specialize in advocating for individuals injured in accidents, ensuring their voices are heard and lives restored.
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