Accounting Clerk

The Law Office Management Association (TLOMA); Markham; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Law Office Management Association (TLOMA) is seeking an organized Accounting & Administrative Clerk for a boutique real estate law firm in Markham. The role combines core financial functions, including trust accounting and compliance with Law Society guidelines, with light operational support in person.

Requirements include a degree or diploma in Accounting or Legal Administration, solid bookkeeping knowledge, and proficiency with MS Office and standard legal billing software.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Accounting or Legal Administration or equivalent hands-on experience.
• Solid understanding of bookkeeping principles and financial compliance.
• Proficiency in MS Office and standard accounting/legal billing software.
• Strong problem-solving, high attention to detail, professional demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily account reconciliations, data entry, invoicing and financial reporting.
• Manage Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.
• Prepare and process electronic wire transfers.
• Maintain Law Society compliance documentation and trust records.
• Handle in-person banking duties and light reception/admin support.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

Accounting degree

Legal Administration

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Billing software

Job description

We are a boutique real estate law firm seeking an organized and detail-oriented Accounting & Administrative Clerk to support our practice. This role combines core financial functions, including legal trust accounting and Law Society compliance, with light operational support to keep our firm running smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

Financial & Accounting Operations

• Perform daily account reconciliations, data entry, invoicing, and financial reporting.
• Manage Accounts Payable (A/P) and Accounts Receivable (A/R).
• Prepare and process electronic wire transfers.
• Maintain accurate Law Society compliance documentation and trust records.
• Handle in-person banking duties, including deposits, cheque certifications, and resolving bank-related inquiries.

Administrative Support

• Provide light reception coverage and general administrative support.

Qualifications

• Education/Experience: Degree or diploma in Accounting, Legal Administration/Accounting, or equivalent hands-on experience.
• Industry Knowledge: Solid understanding of core bookkeeping principles and financial compliance.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) and standard accounting/legal billing software.
• Attributes: Strong problem-solving skills, high attention to detail, and a reliable, professional demeanor.

Legal accounting and experience with Law Society guidelines is a strong asset but not required. Training will be made available to familiarize the successful candidate. This is an in-person position in Markham. Fluency in Chinese is an asset.