Accounting Clerk
About the role
Posted: April 7, 2026
The Accounting Clerk is primarily responsible for general accounting procedures including but not limited to trust accounting, accounts receivable, billings, and client file management. The position reports to the Finance Manager.
Interested applicants should forward their resumes to careers@perlaw.ca.
This is a current job vacancy. Salary range is $48,000 to $55,000.
Key Responsibilities
- Trust account transactions administered in accordance with the Law Society Rules and Regulations (i.e., deposits, posting, issuance of cheques, etc.)
- Administering client trust investments
- Preparation of bank deposits, wire transfers, EFT and credit card payments
- Posting and reconciling daily deposits
- Preparing client billings including verification of appropriate taxes
- Preparing billing and accounts receivable reports to lawyer
- Assist with other projects as required
Qualifications
- Completed post-secondary education in accounting or a related field
- Minimum two years of financial clerical experience including various reconciliations
- Familiarity with financial software, for example Simply Accounting
- Proficient with MS Excel
- Detail-oriented with a high accuracy rate
Skills Required
- Outstanding client service
- Ability to establish effective working relationships with various levels of staff
- Ability to work independently within a team environment
- Ability to multi-task and to respond effectively and professionally to changes in schedules and priorities
- A positive, supportive, and professional attitude
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About Perley-Robertson, Hill & McDougall LLP/s.r.l.
Founded in Ottawa in 1971, Perley-Robertson, Hill & McDougall has provided effective, innovative legal solutions to Canadian and international clients on a broad range of business and personal issues for five decades. Our commitment to client focus and our exceptional team has helped us become the largest independent law firm in Canada's National Capital Region with an international reputation as an industry leader.
With over 50 lawyers and 60 administrative professionals working in our Ottawa office, we have helped Canadian and international clients overcome their most complicated legal challenges. The firm's practice areas include business law, international arbitration, intellectual property, litigation, real estate, tax, immigration, and personal legal needs.
The consistency in approach across our firm to client service, and to community service, stems from the continuance of leadership. Our management team maintains an environment of client focus, communication, and consultative effort.
We believe that by getting to know us as a firm and as professionals you will understand our commitment in providing you with the best legal minds for each and every engagement.
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Accounting Clerk
About the role
Posted: April 7, 2026
The Accounting Clerk is primarily responsible for general accounting procedures including but not limited to trust accounting, accounts receivable, billings, and client file management. The position reports to the Finance Manager.
Interested applicants should forward their resumes to careers@perlaw.ca.
This is a current job vacancy. Salary range is $48,000 to $55,000.
Key Responsibilities
- Trust account transactions administered in accordance with the Law Society Rules and Regulations (i.e., deposits, posting, issuance of cheques, etc.)
- Administering client trust investments
- Preparation of bank deposits, wire transfers, EFT and credit card payments
- Posting and reconciling daily deposits
- Preparing client billings including verification of appropriate taxes
- Preparing billing and accounts receivable reports to lawyer
- Assist with other projects as required
Qualifications
- Completed post-secondary education in accounting or a related field
- Minimum two years of financial clerical experience including various reconciliations
- Familiarity with financial software, for example Simply Accounting
- Proficient with MS Excel
- Detail-oriented with a high accuracy rate
Skills Required
- Outstanding client service
- Ability to establish effective working relationships with various levels of staff
- Ability to work independently within a team environment
- Ability to multi-task and to respond effectively and professionally to changes in schedules and priorities
- A positive, supportive, and professional attitude
Not the right fit? Search for Accounting Clerk jobs in Ottawa, ON
About Perley-Robertson, Hill & McDougall LLP/s.r.l.
Founded in Ottawa in 1971, Perley-Robertson, Hill & McDougall has provided effective, innovative legal solutions to Canadian and international clients on a broad range of business and personal issues for five decades. Our commitment to client focus and our exceptional team has helped us become the largest independent law firm in Canada's National Capital Region with an international reputation as an industry leader.
With over 50 lawyers and 60 administrative professionals working in our Ottawa office, we have helped Canadian and international clients overcome their most complicated legal challenges. The firm's practice areas include business law, international arbitration, intellectual property, litigation, real estate, tax, immigration, and personal legal needs.
The consistency in approach across our firm to client service, and to community service, stems from the continuance of leadership. Our management team maintains an environment of client focus, communication, and consultative effort.
We believe that by getting to know us as a firm and as professionals you will understand our commitment in providing you with the best legal minds for each and every engagement.