Grow a Career with Keating O'Gara Nedved and Peter P.C.

Job Title: Part-Time Bookkeeping Assistant

Job Summary

Keating O'Gara Law Firm is looking for a meticulous and organized Part-Time Bookkeeping Assistant to support our fiscal manager in maintaining accurate financial records. The role involves managing accounts payable and receivable, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting the organization’s financial operations. This position is ideal for someone with a solid grasp of accounting principles and a keen eye for detail.

Key Responsibilities

• Process cash receipts, accounts payable/receivable, account statements, and data entry with precision and timeliness

• Manage client billing, including preparing pre-bills, final bills, write-offs,
adjustments, and work-in-progress reports

• Monitor financial transactions to ensure accurate debits and credits

• Assist with payroll processing (monthly and semi-monthly), including overtime calculations, deductions, and record-keeping

• Conduct conflict checks and open new client matters

• Perform clerical tasks such as processing client payments over the phone and 10-key data entry

• Utilize accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)nproficiently

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of accounting principles and practices (accounting degree or bookkeeping experience preferred but not required)

• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational abilities

• Strong analytical skills for data interpretation

• Effective communication skills for collaborating with team members and stakeholders

• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)

• 1-2 years of relevant experience

Job Details

• Type: Part-time

• Pay: Competitive hourly rate based on experience (TBD)

• Hours: 20–25 hours per week

• Schedule:

- Monday to Friday, daytime hours (flexible, ideally 4-5 hours/day, may lead to full-time)

- No nights or weekends

• Location: Lincoln, NE 68510 (in-person)

• Commute: Ability to commute to Lincoln, NE 68510 (required)

Why Join Us?

This role offers a flexible schedule and an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in financial operations within a supportive team environment. Perfect for professionals seeking part-time work in bookkeeping or accounting.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter via this job board posting. We look forward to reviewing your application!