Remote People

Legal Bookkeeper (Toronto)

Remote People  •  Canada (Onsite)  •  4 hours ago
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Job Description

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.

Key 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

Qualifications

  • 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

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

  • 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

Remote People

About Remote People

RemotePeople is an international recruitment agency and Employer of Record (EOR) that simplifies global hiring. We empower businesses to recruit, hire, pay, and manage top talent in over 150 countries without the need to set up a local entity.

Our unique Recruitment + EOR solution combines expert talent sourcing with seamless international employment, handling everything from compliance and payroll to local HR. We eliminate the complexities of global expansion, allowing you to build your team with confidence and speed.

Our Core Services

👥 International Recruitment Agency

Leverage our in-house recruitment team to source, attract, and vet top talent globally. We don’t outsource—our dedicated recruiters work directly with you to find the right candidates.

🌍 Employer of Record (EOR)

Compliantly hire employees in 150+ countries while we manage all local legal and HR responsibilities.

💸 Global Payroll & Benefits

Offer accurate, multi-currency payroll and competitive, locally-compliant benefits packages for your team.

✍️ Contractor Management

Onboard, manage, and pay international contractors in full compliance with local worker classification laws.

🔍 Comprehensive Background Checks

Conduct thorough and compliant background screenings on candidates to ensure trust and security.

The Framework for Confident Global Hiring

🛡️ Unwavering Compliance

Our local HR and legal experts ensure your hiring practices are fully compliant, reducing risk in every market.

🔒 Ironclad IP & Data Security

We safeguard your intellectual property and sensitive employee data with enterprise-grade security protocols.

🤝 Transparent Partnership

Enjoy clear, straightforward pricing and processes—no hidden surprises.

💰 Guaranteed Payroll Accuracy

Build trust and loyalty with reliable, on-time payroll for your global team.

Industry
Consulting & Advisory
Company Size
11-50 employees
Headquarters
New York, NY
Year Founded
2023
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