$5/hour - Bookkeeper (Remote – U.S. Law Firm)

$5/hour - Bookkeeper (Remote – U.S. Law Firm) Hours: 30–40 hours/week Mandatory Sync Availability: • At least 25 hours per week between 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM Pacific Time (U.S.) • Monday–Friday Location: Fully Remote Engagement Type: Independent Contractor (Upwork) Time Tracking: Upwork Automatic Time Tracker – mandatory, no exceptions ________________________________________ IMPORTANT – READ CAREFULLY This is a serious, long-term role supporting the financial operations of a sophisticated U.S. law firm. This position is not compatible with another full-time job, fragmented availability, or casual freelancing. If you cannot consistently meet the required Pacific Time hours, do not apply. ________________________________________ About Rose Law Firm Rose Law Firm is a business-oriented U.S. law firm serving middle-market business owners and executives. We handle complex litigation, transactional, and strategic advisory matters for clients who expect rigor, precision, and sound judgment. The firm is led by attorneys trained at top-tier U.S. law schools, with deep experience in high-stakes matters and complex business environments. We run the firm the way we practice law: disciplined, thoughtful, and exacting. We are fully remote, highly systems-driven, and intentionally built for scale. We do not tolerate sloppiness, excuses, or “good enough” work. At the same time, we invest heavily in people who demonstrate ownership, coachability, and excellence. Our core values guide everything we do: •Integrity – We do the right thing, even when no one is watching. • Excellence – High standards are non-negotiable. • Ownership – We take responsibility for outcomes, not just tasks. • Coachability – We expect people to learn quickly and incorporate feedback. • Teamwork – We operate as a coordinated firm, not a collection of freelancers. ________________________________________ Role Overview We are hiring a Bookkeeper to take ownership of day-to-day bookkeeping and financial operations. This role is foundational. Clean financial data underpins decision-making, compliance, and long-term firm health. You will work closely with firm leadership and our CFO/financial consultant. You are expected to: • Execute accurately • Follow systems precisely • Communicate clearly • Flag issues early rather than hide or workaround them This is not a clerical data-entry role. It is an operational role in a firm that takes financial discipline seriously. ________________________________________ Core Responsibilities Bookkeeping & Financial Operations • Record and categorize transactions accurately and consistently. • Maintain general ledger integrity. • Perform regular bank and credit card reconciliations. • Track accounts payable and accounts receivable. • Support monthly and quarterly close processes. Law Firm–Specific Support • Assist with trust/IOLTA account tracking and reconciliation (prior exposure strongly preferred). • Ensure financial records align with billing and timekeeping data. • Maintain organized, audit-ready financial documentation. Reporting & Coordination • Prepare routine internal financial summaries for leadership. • Coordinate with firm leadership and finance consultants. • Identify discrepancies, risks, or process breakdowns and escalate promptly. ________________________________________ Required Qualifications • Proven bookkeeping experience (professional services or law firm experience strongly preferred). • Strong grasp of accounting fundamentals (including accrual vs. cash concepts). • Exceptional attention to detail — accuracy is mandatory. • Clear, professional written and spoken English. • Ability to follow instructions and systems exactly. • Comfort working in a high-expectation, low-hand-holding environment. • Reliable availability during required U.S. Pacific Time hours. ________________________________________ Technology & Work Requirements • Reliable high-speed internet. • Computer capable of handling cloud-based accounting systems. • Professional microphone and camera for meetings. • Quiet, distraction-free workspace. • Mandatory use of Upwork Automatic Time Tracker for all hours worked. • Weekly hourly caps may not be exceeded without prior approval. ________________________________________ Engagement Terms • All work is compensated at the agreed-upon hourly rate from day one. • Standard firm documentation required: o Confidentiality Agreement o Nonbinding Term Sheet o Contractor Services Agreement • Contractors are expected to comply fully with firm systems, workflows, and policies. ________________________________________ Team & Reporting Structure The Bookkeeper will work as part of a broader finance and operations team and will report directly to the firm’s CFO. This role is not isolated or transactional; it is embedded in the firm’s day-to-day financial and operational rhythm. You will collaborate regularly with leadership, attorneys, and administrative professionals and are expected to integrate fully into a 50+ person, highly professional, globally distributed team. We expect this role to become part of the long-term fabric of the firm—operating with professionalism, reliability, and respect for the standards required in a sophisticated legal organization. ________________________________________ Who Should NOT Apply • Anyone looking for short-term, casual, or side-gig work. • Candidates unable to commit to consistent Pacific Time availability. • Applicants who struggle with attention to detail or time tracking. • Individuals who require close supervision or repeated reminders. ________________________________________ How to Apply Submit: 1. Your CV or professional profile. 2. A brief cover letter confirming: o Relevant bookkeeping experience. o Ability to meet required Pacific Time hours. o Availability for 30–40 hours/week. Applications that do not follow instructions will not be considered. Apply tot his job