Job Description

Job Title: Legal Accounting Clerk
Job Number: 16944
Location: Toronto
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: $85,000
Remote Flexibility: Hybrid Remote Flexibility

Our client, a respected Toronto law firm, is seeking an experienced Accounting & Trust Clerk to join their team. Reporting to the COO, this role provides essential support in payroll, benefits, treasury, and trust accounting, with a strong focus on compliance and accuracy.

Responsibilities:
• Process bi-weekly and monthly payroll, reconciliations, and year-end filings (T4s)
• Administer employee benefits, including onboarding and terminations
• Handle wire transfers, client credit card payments, and related ledger entries
• Manage day-to-day trust accounting transactions in compliance with LSO requirements
• Complete monthly trust reconciliations
• Provide backup support for AP/AR processing, bank reconciliations, and subledger reconciliations
• Assist with accounts receivable and WIP management

Requirements:
• 3+ years’ experience in accounting, ideally within a professional services or law firm environment
• CPA/CGA designation an asset
• Hands-on experience with payroll processing and compliance
• Strong knowledge of law firm trust accounting
• Excellent organizational skills, detail orientation, and ability to prioritize under pressure
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; team-oriented and proactive

How to Apply:
Kindly email your MS Word resume to kentreg@kentlegal.com, and quote the job number 16944 in the subject line of your email. If you are already registered with Kent Legal, please get in touch with your recruitment consultant.

Thank you for your interest in this role. Please note that only qualified candidates will be invited for a meeting. Continue to visit our website at www.kentlegal.com for new employment opportunities.