Job Description

About Us

We are a dynamic and growing law firm specializing in real estate, family, estate, and corporate law. Our team is committed to providing exceptional legal services, and we're looking for a meticulous and experienced

Legal Bookkeeper

to manage and oversee our financial operations. As the sole bookkeeper, you will play a critical role in maintaining the firm's financial health and collaborating closely with our managing partners to ensure smooth and compliant financial processes.

Key Responsibilities:

General Ledger Management:

Analyze and review General Ledger (G/L) statements for discrepancies, making necessary adjustments.

Billings & Invoices:

Oversee the review of associate lawyers' billings and manage all departmental billings (dockets, flat fees).

Bank & Account Reconciliations:

Perform trust and general bank reconciliations, reconcile pre-paid accounts, and complete month-end accounting.

Payroll & Tax:

Handle payroll postings, HST calculations, levy surcharge payments, and ensure timely submission of taxes.

Trust Account & File Management:

Monitor trust accounts, manage closed files, and prepare real estate closing cheques.

Payment & Expense Posting:

Process accounts payable, credit card reconciliations, and manage expense postings from third-party platforms like Teranet, Oncorp, and DivorceMate.

Financial Reporting & Compliance:

Conduct monthly partner meetings to review financials, provide banking updates, and ensure compliance with LSO regulations.

Other Duties:

Manage accounts receivable, assist with associate lawyer reconciliations, and oversee mortgage management.

Software Tools You Will Use:

PCLaw Outlook Excel Word QuickBooks Oncorp

What We Are Looking For:

Proven experience as a bookkeeper, ideally within a law firm environment. Strong understanding of accounting principles and legal financial regulations. Proficiency with accounting software and office tools. Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to collaborate with a legal team. Strong work ethic, ability to work independently, and maintain confidentiality.

Why Join Us?

Competitive salary and benefits package. Collaborative and supportive work environment. Opportunity to work with a highly respected team of legal professionals. Gain exposure to a wide range of legal practices and financial management in the legal industry.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00-$70,000.00 per year

Schedule:

Day shift
Application question(s):

Do you have experience working with PCLaw?
Language:

English (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2025-07-14