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Bookkeeper - Short-term

Cleveland, OH 44113

Posted: 04/01/2026 Employment Type: Temporary or Project Work Job Category: Accounting / Bookkeeping Job Number: 04 - 179109 kd Pay Rate: $29 to $35/hr, based on experience

Job Description

A legal organization is seeking a Bookkeeper to provide support to the Director of Finance and Administrative Operations in all aspects of accounting with a focus on accounts payable and payroll processing.  This is a short-term position, for about 30 days, working Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Responsibilities:

  • Process and maintain payroll records and verify all payroll reports for accuracy
  • Review invoices for accuracy and process for payment
  • Maintain electronic journal ledgers and regularly review accounts payable, cash receipts, and accounts receivable for accuracy
  • Review trust account balances and update attorneys on stale account activity
  • Reconcile bank statements, prepare month end journal entries and monthly accruals, and prepare periodic reports
  • Coordinate travel and event arrangements for staff
  • Other duties as assigned

 

 

 

Job Requirements

Qualifications:

  • Associates degree in Accounting or Bookkeeping or commensurate experience is required
  • Must have 1 to 3 years experience with accounts payable, payroll, and general ledger
  • Must be proficient with MS Office, Windows, and databases, along with accounting and payroll software
  • Must have excellent interpersonal skills with an attentiveness to cultural needs and differences
  • Must have excellent oral and written communication skills, a strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Must be organized, able to prioritize work, multi-task, and handle multiple responsibilities
  • Must have the ability to establish effective working relationships with a variety of individuals
  • Must be able to interact cordially, treat clients, staff, and the public with dignity and respect, and appreciate diverse cultures and communities
  • The ability to maintain strict confidence regarding client and sensitive information is mandatory

Only those candidates that can pass a background check and drug screen will be considered.  

Area Temps still believes that the best way to serve both our employees and our customers is through personal service. To apply for this Short-term Bookkeeping position, please submit your resume to parma@areatemps.com, call (440) 253-2983 or TEXT “your name & 179109” to (440) 887-4013.

Additional Information

For over 35 years, Area Temps has been committed to providing Northeast Ohio companies with office staffing services, technical, skilled trades, industrial and professional staffing solutions.  We measure our success by the thousands of people who have accepted permanent positions with our client companies, either through a direct hire or after successfully completing an initial temporary assignment.

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With almost 40 years experience in Greater Cleveland and thousands of people employed successfully each year, Area Temps still believes that the best way to serve both our employees and our customers is through personal service. When you apply online, we'll review your work skills and location preferences within 24 hours. Qualified candidates will be contacted to arrange for a personal interview, and our personnel supervisors will work with you to find the perfect assignment.

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