Bookkeeper – Law Firm - North York, ON - (Office Based Role - Adaptable Working Hours)

Compensation: $90,000 - $110,000 + 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 strong 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
Robust organizational and time management skills
Ability to manage competing deadlines in a rapid-paced setting
Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities
Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively

AI may me used in the screening of this process - this role is for an existing position.

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