Bookkeeper

Cartel Agency Inc.; Markham; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cartel Agency Inc. is seeking a senior Accounting Manager in Markham, Canada. This role requires a minimum of two years of accounting experience, preferably in a legal environment. The ideal candidate should be working towards or have obtained their CPA Canada designation. Responsibilities include managing bank transactions, accounts payable, and payroll preparation. The offer includes a hybrid remote work model and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years accounting experience in a professional service firm.
• Preferably working towards CPA Canada designation.
• Previous work experience in a law firm is required.

Responsibilities

• Review daily bank transactions and monitor for discrepancies.
• Manage accounts payable for the firm and management company.
• Prepare and submit regulatory filings, including HST returns.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes.
• Maintain employee records, including vacation/sick tracking.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Team player

Organizing and planning skills

Education

Accounting diploma from a community college

Tools

PCLaw

QuickBooks

MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

Accounting Manager

This is a senior accounting role for someone who doesn’t want to sit on the sidelines of the business. A well-established firm in Markham is looking for a senior accounting professional with a minimum of two years of experience to join its hybrid remote team. They would ideally love to meet someone who is working toward their CPA Canada designation or has already obtained it, with legal industry experience as a must. This is a great fit for someone who likes staying busy, enjoys work that keeps the day moving, and wants more than the same routine every day. You’ll get strong hands‑on exposure, work with a friendly and supportive team, and step into a role where your contributions are valued. If this sounds like the right fit for you, then apply now before it’s too late!

Key Responsibilities

• Review daily bank transactions, monitor for discrepancies, update pre-authorized payments, and complete bi‑monthly/monthly reconciliations for all firm accounts
• Review firm Visa transactions and ensure proper coding and compliance
• Monitor bank loan balances, support forecasting, and update weekly cash flow and budget projections
• Coordinate with legal team, clients, and insurers on deposits (e‑transfer/EFT/wire) and process incoming payments
• Manage accounts payable for the firm and management company, including invoice review and weekly payment processing
• Maintain file protection schedules and handle insurance‑related policies, claims, and reporting
• Process reimbursement and general cheque issuance as required
• Provide backup support for accounts receivable functions, including invoicing, disbursements, and billing
• Maintain employee records, including vacation/sick tracking, payroll updates, and staff inquiries
• Assist with weekly payroll preparation and annual T4 distribution
• Review correspondence from CRA/Ontario Services regarding tax filings, audits, and assessments
• Support month‑end and year‑end close processes for both the law firm and management company
• Prepare and submit regulatory filings, including HST returns, LawPro reporting, LSO annual filings, and tax installments
• Maintain financial schedules (budgets, RRSPs, salaries, etc.) and support cash flow planning and reporting
• Prepare weekly performance and cash flow reports for leadership
• Review accounting work in PCLaw and QuickBooks, troubleshoot issues, and support staff with corrections and guidance
• Support compliance with LSO requirements and contribute to improving accounting processes and controls
• Assist with financial and operational analysis projects (insurance, leases, costs, profitability, etc.)
• Liaise with internal teams, vendors, and financial institutions as needed
• Other duties as required

Qualifications

• Accounting diploma from a community college; working towards CPA is preferred
• Minimum two years accounting experience is required in a professional service firm; previous work experience in a law firm is required
• Competency in MS Office application including Word, Excel and Outlook
• Attention to detail and ability to multi‑task is a must
• Strong communication skills, team player, good organizing and planning skills
• Willing to learn and be trained in the job
• PCLaw and QuickBooks experience is preferred