Accounting Clerk

Job summary

Process accounting entries and adjustments, accounts receivable write-offs, vendor payments, client payments, and updates to client and matter records. Prepare bank reconciliations, complete daily bank runs, respond to accounting inquiries, assist with month-end balancing and reporting, and provide departmental administrative support.

Job details

Owen Bird Law Corporation www.owenbird.com Published September 28, 2026 Location 2900-733 Seymour Street, Vancouver, Canada Category Accounting / Finance Job Type Full-time Minimum 50000 Maximum 60000 Description Owen Bird Law Corporation is a downtown, full-service, mid-sized law firm committed to providing exceptional service and outstanding results for our clients. We offer a collaborative and supportive environment where employees are encouraged to develop their skills and contribute to the success of the firm. We are seeking a full-time detail-oriented and tech-savvy Accounting Clerk to join our accounting team. This role reports directly to the Accounting Manager. In This Role, You Will Process time and cost entries, adjustments, and write-offs. Process accounts receivable write-offs. Prepare vendor payments. Process invoice adjustments and reversals. Update client and matter information within the firm's accounting system. Process client retainer and invoice payments received by phone using LawPay. Prepare monthly bank reconciliations. Complete daily bank runs. Respond to inquiries from lawyers and staff regarding accounting matters. Assist with month-end balancing, and reporting as needed. Provide administrative support to the Accounting Department and assist with coverage for other accounting functions as required. What You Bring To The Team Minimum two (2) years of accounting experience in a professional services environment, preferably within a law firm. Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred. Knowledge of Law Society trust accounting rules and legal accounting practices is considered an asset. Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications. Experience with Soluno and NetDocuments is considered an asset. Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work independently and effectively in a fast-paced environment. Strong commitment to client service and teamwork. The salary range for this position is $50,000 - $60,000 and is dependent on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits, including an RRSP Matching Program. How To Apply If you are interested in working in a friendly and supportive firm culture, please send your resume with a cover letter to Astrid Waalwijk, Director of Human Resources & Administration, email humanresources@owenbird.com. Please feel free to call Astrid if you have any questions at 604-691-7546.

What you’ll do

Process accounting entries and adjustments, accounts receivable write-offs, vendor payments, client payments, and updates to client and matter records. Prepare bank reconciliations, complete daily bank runs, respond to accounting inquiries, assist with month-end balancing and reporting, and provide departmental administrative support.

Requirements

Applicants need at least two years of accounting experience in a professional services environment; law firm experience is preferred. A diploma or degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field is preferred, along with Microsoft 365 proficiency, strong accuracy and communication skills, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• RRSP Matching Program

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Customer service · Preferred
• Teamwork · Preferred
• written communication · Preferred
• Microsoft 365 · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Accounts receivable · Preferred
• Accounting · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Accounting
• Accounts Receivable
• Vendor Payments
• Bank Reconciliation
• Trust Accounting
• Legal Accounting
• Microsoft 365
• Soluno
• NetDocuments
• LawPay
• Attention To Detail
• Written Communication
• Verbal Communication
• Client Service
• Teamwork
• Time Management

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Legal
• Administrative