Accounting / Administrative Assistant
Full Time – Victoria, BC – In-Office
ABOUT US
Sequoia Legal LLP is a boutique firm founded in 2024 and headquartered in Victoria, British Columbia. We specialize in Aboriginal law, serving First Nations, Métis, and Inuit clients across British Columbia and nationwide. With a team of highly experienced lawyers, the firm handles matters of Aboriginal and Treaty rights litigation, economic development, governance, impact benefit agreements, and consultation with governments and industry. Sequoia Legal emphasizes a supportive and inclusive work environment committed to reconciliation and excellent client-centered service.
POSITION
Our firm is currently seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Accounting/Administrative Assistant for a permanent full-time role. We may be open to less than full-time hours. The Accounting/Administrative Assistant will be required to work primarily in-office.
RESPONSIBILITIES
· Prepare bank deposits and ensure their timely completion
· Prepare and process trust transfers with the utmost attention to detail and in accordance with Law Society rules
· Post monthly and one-off disbursement expenses
· Process accounts payable and maintain vendor accounts
· Communicate with vendors when issues arise with billing or service
· Assist in organizing and maintaining accurate records for required retention periods
· Manage all transactions in accordance with the Law Society rules and regulations
· Maintain communication with our CPA and attend to additional accounting duties as required
· Provide reception coverage, answering phone, distributing mail, arranging couriers
· Make travel arrangements for a busy team; attend to travel changes and cancellations
· Other office support duties including making coffee in the morning, preparing boardroom for meetings, ordering office supplies, maintaining cleanliness and functionality of office environment, liaise with property management if issues arise, and other administrative duties as required
· Assist with posting on social media
· Assist our social committee with planning events, making bookings, supply shopping
· Opportunity to assist with legal assistant duties if interested
YOU OFFER
· Minimum of 1 year office administration with some bookkeeping experience, preferably in a law firm
· Proficiency with desktop and cloud products from MS Office, Adobe, and Google is required; above average Excel skills is an asset
· Must be a team-player, resourceful, and willing to assist the team where needed
· Requires exceptional attention to detail, along with well-developed communication and organizational skills
· Experience with any of the following is an asset: Clio, NetDocuments, Trello, Canva
· Working knowledge of the Law Society Rules regarding law firm accounting is an asset
Our firm recognizes diversity as a source of strength and celebrates inclusivity. We value every person as a unique individual, and we are committed to building a culture of equity and respect within our firm. We are honoured to receive applications from individuals of all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultures, abilities, sexual orientations, and life experiences.
WE OFFER
· $50,000 annual salary
· Extended health & dental benefits
· RRSP matching
· Professional development allowance
· Generous paid vacation and sick/personal day policy
· On-site secure bike storage
· An active social committee
· Free snacks and coffee/tea
If you believe you are a good fit for this role, please apply by submitting your CV and a cover letter outlining how your experience and skills align with the requirements of the position. You may also include relevant supporting materials such as accounting program transcripts or reference letters. Please submit your application in confidence to Ashley Cogswell, Chief Operating Officer, at ashley@sequoialegal.ca.
While we appreciate all applications received, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
