Careers

Thank you for your interest in the Farr Law Firm. The firm prides itself on hiring and retaining highly skilled, motivated, team-oriented individuals for staff and associate attorney positions.

Available positions:

Bookkeeper

Farr Law Firm is seeking a full-time Bookkeeper to work in the Punta Gorda office and will report to the Controller. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of accounting/finance experience in a professional firm and demonstrate strong attention to detail with high levels of accuracy. Under the supervision of the Controller, the Bookkeeper will reconcile firm bank statements, make deposits, enter financial transactions and serve as the accounts receivable and payable clerk. They will ensure all accounting records are intact, readily accessible and safeguarded.

Qualifications:

• High School graduate or equivalent; Associate degree preferred
• Bookkeeping experience in a professional services industry required
• Self-directed individual that knows what needs to be done and operates with a sense of urgency, focus and discipline
• Strong attention to detail and high levels of accuracy
• Able to multi-task and work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• Proven ability to exercise good judgment, be highly organized and be proactive
• Thorough understanding of accounting principles, financial forecasts and budget
• Above all, possesses the highest standards of ethics and confidentiality to handle sensitive information

Desirable:

• Juris accounting software experience preferred
• Working knowledge of various software applications including DoubleTime, Excel, Access, Clio and Netdocuments
• Outstanding interpersonal skills
• Ability to effectively work with all levels of attorneys & staff
• Prior experience in law firm preferred

This is a full-time position. Qualified candidates will have proven bookkeeping skills and can work with team members in a positive and constructive manner.

Interested candidates should submit their resume and salary expectations in confidence to:

Aaron Bowles, Firm Administrator
Farr Law Firm
99 Nesbit Street
Punta Gorda, FL 33950
abowles@farr.com

We feel that the success of the Farr Law Firm as being Charlotte County’s oldest and largest law firm is the direct result of our dedicated and knowledgeable attorneys and support staff, the camaraderie we enjoy, and the pride we share in our waterfront locality and all that it offers.

We value the commitment of both our staff and our attorneys to the firm and its clients, as well as their commitment to being involved and contributing to our local Southwest Florida community.

The following are positions that the Farr Law Firm maintains:

• • Administrative Secretaries
• • Legal Administrator
• • Real Estate Paralegals
• • Attorneys
• • Legal Assistants
• • Receptionists
• • Billing Clerks
• • Legal Secretaries
• • Secretaries
• • Bookkeepers
• • Marketing Director
• • Title Examiners
• • Copy Center Clerks
• • Probate Paralegals
• • Word Processors

The Farr Law Firm is an equal opportunity employer. We offer competitive salaries and excellent benefits including a generous 401(k) plan and paid health insurance for all employees.

If you are interested in joining our team, please use our email form.