Bookkeeper

Personnel Search Ltd.; Fredericton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A boutique law firm in Fredericton is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to manage financial operations across multiple offices. Responsibilities include bookkeeping, maintaining financial records, and ensuring compliance with legal accounting standards. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience, preferably within a law firm. They will also be proficient with accounting software and skilled in financial reporting. This full-time, in-office position offers a competitive compensation package and a chance to contribute to a respected legal organization.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Opportunity for stability in a growing legal organization

Qualifications

• 7+ years of relevant bookkeeping/accounting experience.
• Experience working in a law firm is strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with legal accounting systems and trust accounting requirements is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Perform bookkeeping functions for a multi-office law firm.
• Maintain accurate financial records, including general ledger entries and reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly financial reports and assist with year-end processes.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Financial reporting

Legal accounting knowledge

Accounts payable

Accounts receivable

Education

Completion of a business or accounting program

Tools

PCLaw

Clio

LEAP

Sage

QuickBooks

Job description

BOOKKEEPER

Location

Fredericton, NB

Company Overview

Our client is a well-established, multi-office boutique law firm with a strong reputation for excellence in litigation and client service. With decades of combined legal experience, the firm delivers the depth and resources of a larger practice while maintaining a collaborative, close-knit culture. Operating across multiple offices throughout the province, the firm continues to grow and invest in high-quality professionals.

Position Summary

The firm is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to support its financial operations across multiple offices. This role is critical to ensuring accurate accounting, compliance with legal accounting standards, and smooth financial reporting. The successful candidate will work closely with the COO and collaborate with internal stakeholders to manage day-to-day bookkeeping and financial processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform bookkeeping functions for a multi-office law firm
• Maintain accurate financial records, including general ledger entries and reconciliations
• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable
• Handle trust and operating accounts in compliance with legal and regulatory requirements
• Prepare monthly financial reports and assist with year-end processes
• Record inter-company transactions for related entities
• Work with law practice management and accounting software to ensure accurate financial data
• Support audits and liaise with external accountants as required

Qualifications & Experience

• 7+ years of relevant bookkeeping/accounting experience
• Completion of a business or accounting program, or equivalent practical experience
• Experience working in a law firm is strongly preferred
• Familiarity with legal accounting systems and trust accounting requirements is considered an asset
• Experience handling inter-company transactions is an asset

Technical Skills

• Experience working with law practice management software (such as PCLaw, Clio & LEAP) and accounting software (such as Sage & QuickBooks)
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial systems

Additional Information

• Competitive compensation package designed to attract top-quality candidates
• Opportunity to join a respected and growing legal organization with long-term stability

Work Arrangement

Full-time, in-office

• Reports To: Chief Operating Officer (COO)