Legal Bookkeeper (Toronto)

Remote People • Montreal, QC

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Our client is a reputable, long-standing Toronto law firm known for its outstanding culture and the calibre of its team. The firm operates a busy real estate practice alongside other areas of law, and prides itself on the warmth and professionalism of its working environment. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in supporting the firm's financial operations and will work closely with both legal staff and external accountants.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of bookkeeping experience within a law firm environment
• Demonstrated experience in a high-volume real estate law practice; strong familiarity with trust accounting and real estate closings
• Proficiency in PCLaw is essential; candidates without PCLaw experience will not be considered
• Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including reconciliation models and financial summaries
• Knowledge of LawPro filing requirements and processes
• Meticulous attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Collaborative, professional disposition and a genuine commitment to team excellence

Nice To Haves

• Experience preparing year-end working papers and financial statements for accountants is strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day bookkeeping for a busy law firm, including trust and general accounts in full compliance with Law Society requirements
• Support a high-volume real estate practice with timely and accurate transaction recording, trust reconciliations, and reporting
• Maintain and process all entries in PCLaw, ensuring data integrity across billing, accounts receivable, and trust records
• Prepare and submit LawPro filings accurately and on time
• Prepare comprehensive year-end financial statements and working papers for the firm's external accountants
• Produce financial reports and summaries using Excel, including reconciliations, summaries, and variance analyses
• Liaise with lawyers, law clerks, and administrative staff to ensure seamless financial operations across the firm

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed