Our Surrey-based client is seeking an Accountant / Senior Bookkeeper to join their law firm

The Accountant / Senior Bookkeeper will be responsible for the day-to-day accounting operations of a busy law firm, with a primary focus on full-cycle bookkeeping and trust accounting. This is a hands-on role that requires a strong understanding of the Law Society of British Columbia's trust accounting regulations and would suit someone who enjoys working independently while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and exceptional client service.

What is on Offer

• Salary: $75,000 - $90,000 depending on experience

• Extended health benefits

• 3 weeks' vacation

• In-office position with flexible working hours (8:30 AM – 4:30 PM)

Key Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle trust accounting in accordance with the Law Society of British Columbia regulations

• Prepare and process trust and general account deposits while maintaining accurate accounting records

• Complete monthly trust and general bank reconciliations

• Prepare quarterly GST returns and monthly PST returns

• Prepare quarterly Trust Administration Fee remittances and the Annual Trust Report for the Law Society of British Columbia

• Support Law Society of B.C. compliance audits by preparing the required documentation

• Manage accounts receivable, including client invoicing and preparing invoices on behalf of lawyers

• Process client credit card payments through Payfirma and record receipts within the accounting system

• Manage full-cycle accounts payable, including supplier invoices, EFTs, cheque payments, and credit card transactions

• Process legal disbursements through B.C. Online, B.C. Registry, and B.C. Land Title systems

• Support payroll processing and prepare year-end working papers for external accountants

• Coordinate office administration, including supplier accounts, benefits administration, insurance renewals, office supplies, postage, and other administrative duties as required

Must Haves

• Accounting diploma or equivalent

• Previous accounting or bookkeeping experience within a B.C. law firm

• Hands-on trust accounting experience under the Law Society of British Columbia rules

Nice to Have

• Experience using Clio accounting software

• Experience with Payfirma

• Experience using B.C. Online, B.C. Registry, and B.C. Land Title systems

• Experience preparing Annual Trust Reports and supporting Law Society of B.C. compliance audits

If this sounds like the role for you, please apply today! Please reference job number 05150-0013457403 in all correspondence.

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