St. John's Trust Accounting & Audit Defence

Law Society-ready records, reconciliations, and reports—for zero audit surprises.

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Expert Trust Account Management

Trust compliance isn't bookkeeping; it's safeguarding client money. As a former Trust-Compliance Auditor, Nicole brings the exacting standards regulators expect.

Core Trust Services

  • Three-way reconciliations
  • Form 5 and Form 9 preparation
  • Interest allocation & tax slips
  • Suspense-account cleanup
  • Annual Law Society filing package

Trust Types Managed

  • IOLTA / general retainers
  • Real-estate closings
  • Estate and guardianship funds
  • Court-ordered trusts
  • Settlement trusts

Regulatory Compliance & Best Practices

Law Society Rule 9 Alignment

Every entry tied to source docs—ensuring complete compliance with Law Society NL trust accounting rules.

CRA T3 & T5 Filing

Seamless tax compliance with proper interest allocation and timely filing of all required tax documents.

Fraud Safeguards

Dual-control workflows and AML checkpoints to protect client funds and maintain regulatory compliance.

Our Trust Accounting Process

1

Trust Diagnostic

Comprehensive review of your current trust accounting practices, identifying compliance gaps and areas for improvement.

2

System Setup

Establish proper accounting systems and controls specifically designed for trust management, ensuring segregation of assets and proper record-keeping.

3

Monthly Ops

Provide regular accounting services including transaction recording, three-way reconciliations, and preparation of required reports.

4

Annual Audit Prep

Ensure all regulatory requirements are met with timely filing of returns, comprehensive reporting, and ongoing compliance monitoring.

Why Choose Our Trust Accounting Services?

Regulator's Perspective

Former Trust Auditor insight—we know exactly what regulators look for and how to ensure your records meet their standards.

Data Security

256-bit encryption & off-site backups—maintaining the highest standards of confidentiality and data security for sensitive trust information.

Transparent Beneficiary Reporting

Clear statements, on demand—comprehensive reporting and documentation that provides transparency to beneficiaries and supports informed decision-making.

Ready for a Zero-Issue Trust Audit?

Contact us today to discuss your trust accounting needs and learn how we can help you fulfill your fiduciary responsibilities with confidence.

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