WHO WE ARE

At Stonebridge Law, we’re on a mission to increase access to timely, high-quality legal services in the Cowichan Valley and beyond. Our approach is fresh, innovative, and community-focused. We’re looking for an in-house Legal Bookkeeper to join our team 4–5 days per week.

WHO YOU ARE

You’re a meticulous, tech-savvy professional with experience in legal bookkeeping. You thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment and love finding ways to improve processes. As a key member of our team, you’re personable, proactive, and passionate about ensuring compliance and accuracy in all financial matters.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Manage day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, receivable, and trust accounting.
• Ensure compliance with Law Society of BC accounting rules.
• Prepare trust cheques and wire transfers for real estate and commercial transactions.
• Maintain the general ledger, payroll, and benefits administration.
• Monitor outstanding cheque and trust balances.
• Collaborate with an external bookkeeper for monthly trust reconciliations.
• Support financial reporting, budget analysis, and KPI tracking.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 5 years of bookkeeping experience (candidates with BC law firm experience are strongly preferred).
• Proven experience in full-cycle payroll and compliance with ESA standards.
• Highly detail-oriented, with the ability to manage shifting priorities effectively.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks. We also use Clio as our law practice management software.
• Eligible to work in Canada and able to commute to our office.

WHY JOIN US?

We’re a team of 10 who love living in the Cowichan Valley and working in law. Our core values define our culture and approach:

• Prioritize Family – Work-life balance matters.
• Straight Talk – Honest, clear communication.
• Relentlessly Improve – Always evolving and finding better ways.
• Give Where You Live – Supporting our community.
• Comply with Confidence – Doing the right thing, always.

Benefits

• Extended health care.
• Flexible 4- or 5-day work schedule, to be discussed individually with each candidate.

To Apply

If you meet the above qualifications and want to join a growing, values-driven team, please send us your resume and cover letter.

Important: This is an in-person position based in the Cowichan Valley, BC. Applications from remote candidates will not be considered.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $25.00-$30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 – 35 per week

Benefits:

• Extended health care

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Bookkeeping: 5 years (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-01-15
Expected start date: 2025-02-04