Legal Bookkeeper

Legal Books Inc. provides specialized bookkeeping and financial management services to law firms across Canada, including bookkeeping, trust accounting, payroll, and compliance support. Position Overview We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Legal Bookkeeper to manage bookkeeping and accounting functions for multiple law firm clients. IMPORTANT: Please do not apply unless you have previous experience working with law firms and/or legal accounting software such as Clio, Soluno, Cosmolex, PCLaw, or similar systems. Legal accounting experience is required. Key Responsibilities Manage full-cycle bookkeeping for multiple law firm clients Work with legal accounting/practice management software Complete monthly trust/general reconciliations, including bank accounts, credit cards, and balance sheet accounts Prepare and review financial reports Assist with HST calculations and filings Prepare year-end accounting records and reports Assist with Law Society compliance and reporting Investigate and resolve accounting discrepancies Communicate directly with law firm clients Manage multiple clients, deadlines, and priorities independently Qualifications 2–3+ years of bookkeeping experience Required: Hands-on experience with legal accounting software Experience with Clio, Soluno, Cosmolex, PCLaw, or similar platforms Strong understanding of law firm trust accounting Knowledge of Canadian accounting, HST, and payroll requirements Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills Strong communication skills and ability to work independently Why Join Legal Books Inc.? Flexible hybrid/remote work environment Supportive and collaborative team Competitive compensation based on experience Opportunities for professional growth How to Apply Please submit your resume and a brief summary of your legal bookkeeping experience, including the legal accounting software you have used, to [email protected]. Applications without relevant legal accounting software experience will not be considered.

Manage full-cycle bookkeeping and trust accounting for multiple law firm clients. Handle financial reporting, HST filings, and ensure compliance with Law Society regulations.

Requires 2-3+ years of bookkeeping experience with a strong understanding of Canadian law firm trust accounting. Proficiency in legal accounting software such as Clio, Soluno, Cosmolex, or PCLaw is mandatory.

• Flexible Hybrid/Remote Work Environment • Supportive And Collaborative Team • Competitive Compensation • Professional Growth Opportunities

• Attention to detailPreferred
• CommunicationPreferred

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• Full-cycle Bookkeeping
• Trust Accounting
• Financial Reporting
• HST Calculations
• Law Society Compliance
• Bank Reconciliation
• Payroll Management
• Clio
• Soluno
• Cosmolex
• PCLaw
• Legal Accounting Software
• Canadian Accounting Standards
• Attention To Detail
• Organizational Skills
• Communication

• Finance & Accounting
• Legal
• Administrative

Minimum experience

2+ years

Apply by

Sep 19, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Entry level

Application method

Direct apply is available