Bookkeeper

About us

Tees Kiddle Spencer is an experienced full-service law firm just steps from the ocean in Campbell River, BC. We have been serving the North Island for more than 50 years. We are approachable, accessible and available to our clients and our staff. We are proud to offer an inclusive, team-oriented environment with an emphasis on work-life balance.

About you

You are resourceful, conscientious, and ready to pitch in. This is a permanent in-office position.

Brief description

The bookkeeper handles the Firm's financial records, including trust accounting, billing, payments, and reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal regulations.

Duties

• Record and reconcile all client trust deposits and withdrawals and save all data as backup
• Ensure funds are never commingled with firm operating accounts
• Record all financial transactions (income, expenses, invoices, payments)
• Post journal entries and maintain the firm’s general ledger
• Reconcile bank statements, credit card accounts, and petty cash
• Generate and send client invoices
• Track outstanding balances and follow up on overdue payments
• Apply payments to correct client accounts
• Process vendor invoices and payments
• Track office expenses (rent, utilities, supplies, subscriptions, etc.)
• Ensure timely payments to avoid late fees
• Prepare various monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for partners
• Provide information needed for tax filings and audits
• Ensure compliance LSBC trust accounting rules
• When needed, liaise with outside accountants for tax and compliance needs
• Record expenses and disbursements
• Allocate costs correctly to client matters for reimbursement
• Use legal accounting and practice management software
• Maintain digital and physical financial records for audit readiness

Skills and Qualifications

Benefits

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