Accounting Clerk – BOYNECLARKE LLP

Nova Scotia Barristers' Society; Halifax; Hybrid; CAD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness subsidies

Virtual healthcare

RRSP matching

Life Insurance

AD&D

Disability (LTD)

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible scheduling

Generous PTO

Job summary

BoyneClarke LLP is seeking a detail-oriented accounting professional to join our in-office Accounting team in Halifax. You will manage trust wires, reconcile accounts, handle invoicing and billing, and support month-end activities.

The role requires 3-5 years of accounting experience and a business degree with an accounting focus. We value collaboration, provide wellness-focused benefits, and offer flexible PTO within a supportive culture.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Business with a focus in Accounting.
• 3-5 years’ experience in an Accounting role or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Process outgoing trust wires with verified deposits and banking info.
• Perform daily and monthly bank reconciliations for trust accounts.
• Maintain trusted savings reconciliations and post deposits.
• Prepare and post pre-bills and create invoices.
• Upload bills through electronic systems and respond to billing inquiries.
• Post POL-E-Submissions and reconcile related invoices.
• Reconcile FCT/Stewart Title/Chicago Title invoices for payment.
• Prepare approved general and trust cheques and process deposits.
• Support month-end and year-end accounting tasks and provide backups.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Outlook

Microsoft Office

Education

Business degree with accounting focus

Tools

Outlook

Microsoft Office

Job description

At BOYNECLARKE LLP, we are more than just a legal practice; we are a community of Lawyers and Staff committed to success, balance, and wellness. We offer legal services ranging from personal matters to complex business transactions, providing the expertise and systems of a large law firm while keeping the personal touch of a smaller one.

We value our team and understand that a strong culture results in the best client service, and we are proud to be recognized for this as one of Atlantic Business Magazine’s Best Places to Work for 2026.

About This Role:

We are in search of a highly attentive, organized, and motivated individual to join our Accounting team.

This is a fully in-office position reporting to the Accounting Manager of the Accounting team. Though the work will be entirely in English, it is always considered an asset if candidates understand or can communicate in additional languages. This role may also be required to work occasional evenings and weekends as required to meet operational deadlines.

The ideal candidate has a love for numbers, values strong attention to detail, and contributes positively to the overall team culture.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process all outgoing trust wires, ensuring proper verification of all deposit and banking information, etc.
• Conduct daily and monthly bank reconciliations for all trust accounts.
• Maintain Trusted Savings Reconciliation
• Confirm and post deposits in all trust accounts
• Manage all pre-bills, complete pre-defined allocations, and create invoices.
• Upload bills via electronic systems for specific clients, ensuring prompt follow-up on billing inquiries.
• Post and prepare POL-E-Submissions
• Reconcile FCT/Stewart Title/Chicago Title invoices for payment

2) Cheques & Deposits:

• Prepare approved general and trust cheques, including printing cheques, obtaining approval, and delivering cheques to appropriate parties.
• Complete general and trust bank deposits and e-transfers as needed.
• Post directs to RBC and BNS.
• Order cheques and law stamps as needed.
• Assist with all month-end and year-end accounting functions as required, including gathering and providing required information.
• Provide backup coverage for other accounting functions as directed by the Accounting Manager.

4) Culture & Engagement:

• Support diversity, equity, inclusion, and reconciliation initiatives within the Firm.
• Contribute to the cultivation of a positive environment and promote respectful communication with internal and external stakeholders.

What You Bring:

• Experience: Diploma or Degree in Business with a focus in Accounting. 3-5 years’ experience in an Accounting role or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Skills: Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, time management, and communication skills.
• Mindset: Critical thinker, problem solver, self-motivated, and a team player with a positive attitude excited to contribute to a collaborative culture.
• Tech Proficiency: Adept at using technology such as Outlook and Microsoft Office, with a talent for learning new software quickly.

Why Join BOYNECLARKE LLP?

• Growth & Learning: We foster a culture of continuous learning and offer resources for professional development.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible scheduling and generous paid time off to support your career and personal needs.
• Wellness-Focus: Access wellness subsidies, free 24/7 virtual healthcare, and various health and fitness discounts.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Choose from cost-shared health & dental options, participate in our RRSP matching program, and enjoy Firm-paid Life Insurance, AD&DD, LTD, and access to Employer & Family Assistance programs.
• Community Impact: Make a difference through Firm-sponsored volunteer time and monthly employee-selected charitable giving.

We’re accepting applications until October 2, 2026.

At BOYNECLARKE LLP, we are dedicated to our communities, clients, and our teams. We know that fostering diversity and inclusion allows everyone to bring their full potential and creates a welcoming and positive environment for everyone. We are committed to continuously learning, growing, and being representative of the communities in which we serve. We encourage applications from individuals of the Global Majority, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, women, and people with disabilities to apply.

If you require accommodation(s) in order to participate in the recruitment process with us, please reach out through [e-mail] or 902-469-9500.