Join Our Team

Pearlman Lindholm is seeking a Legal Accounting Assistant to join our accounting team and work directly with our Controller. This role offers the opportunity to build a rewarding career in legal accounting while supporting the financial operations of a respected law firm. It is well suited to someone who enjoys detailed work, values accuracy, and wants to develop expertise in trust accounting, legal billing, and financial reporting. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is looking to build a long-term career in legal accounting within a collaborative and growing law firm.

Why This Role Matters

Our accounting team plays an essential role in supporting our lawyers, protecting client funds, and ensuring the firm meets the highest standards of financial accuracy and regulatory compliance. As a Legal Accounting Assistant, you'll contribute to every stage of the accounting cycle, from trust accounting and legal billing to banking, reporting, and financial administration. Rather than focusing on one narrow function, you'll develop a well-rounded understanding of legal accounting while working alongside experienced professionals who are invested in your success.

Our Culture

At Pearlman Lindholm, we believe the strongest teams are built through collaboration, continuous learning, and mutual support. We cross-train our accounting staff so knowledge is shared, skills continue to grow, and the team can confidently support one another. If you're curious, dependable, and enjoy learning, you'll find opportunities to expand your expertise and build a rewarding long-term career with us.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Controller with day-to-day accounting operations and provide backup for key accounting functions.
• Process client bill payments, trust receipts, general receipts, cheques, credit card payments, EFTs, wire transfers, bank drafts, and Interac e-Transfers.
• Maintain accurate client and trust accounting records in accordance with Law Society of British Columbia requirements.
• Prepare and review legal billing, fee allocations, GST/PST, disbursements, and anticipated disbursements.
• Process third-party legal disbursements, including BC Online, LTSA, and Econveyance.
• Prepare deposits, trust and general cheques, banking documentation, vendor invoices, and vendor payments.
• Assist with trust accounting, trust transfers, reconciliations, month-end reporting, financial reporting, and year-end preparation.
• Collaborate with lawyers, legal assistants, conveyancers, and administrative staff to ensure timely and accurate financial operations.

Qualifications

• Experience in bookkeeping, accounting, or legal accounting is preferred.
• Experience in a law firm or other professional services environment is considered a strong asset.
• Experience with LEAP accounting software is highly desirable. Experience with other legal accounting software such as Unity, PCLaw, Soluno, or Clio will also be considered.
• Working knowledge of legal trust accounting principles.
• Strong Microsoft Excel and computer skills.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and sound judgment.
• A collaborative mindset, strong initiative, and a willingness to learn detailed accounting procedures.

What We Offer

• Mentorship from an experienced Controller and exposure to all facets of legal accounting.
• Professional development through cross-training and continuous learning.
• Meaningful work that directly supports clients, lawyers, and the firm's success.
• Competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for long-term career growth.
• A collaborative workplace where teamwork, professionalism, and integrity are valued.

How to Apply

If you're looking for a role where you'll be trusted, challenged, and supported as you build a career in legal accounting, we'd welcome the opportunity to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience to careers@pearlmanlindholm.com. We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.