06 Aug
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Hays
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North York
Bookkeeper – Law Firm - North York, ON - (Office Based Role - Flexible Working Hours)
Compensation: $80,000 - $11,000 + annual bonus
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join our clients Toronto based legal firm. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing the firm’s financial records, ensuring compliance with legal accounting requirements, and supporting a high-volume real estate practice.
This position is ideal for a professional with solid legal bookkeeping experience, excellent organizational skills, and a solid understanding of law firm accounting systems and compliance requiremen ts.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain accurate financial records, including general ledger, accounts payable, and accounts receivable
- Perform daily trust and general account reconciliations in accordance with Law Society guidelines
- Process real estate transactions, including high-volume trust receipts and disbursements
- Manage client trust accounts and ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements
- Prepare and submit filings required by LawPRO
- Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes
- Generate financial reports and summaries using PCLaw and MS Excel
- Liaise with lawyers, staff, and external accountants as required
- Support preparation of year-end financial statements and documentation for accountants
Qualifications & Experience
- Minimum 5 years of bookkeeping experience within a law firm environment (required)
- Extensive hands-on experience with PCLaw and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (required)
- Experience with legal trust accounting procedures and reconciliation processes
- Familiarity with year-end financial statement preparation for external accountants (preferred)
Skills & Competencies
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Ability to manage competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities
- Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively
📌 Bookkeeper (North York)
🏢 Hays
📍 North York