Accounting Specialist
Do you have 0-2 years of experience in accounting working for a law firm? Are you a detail-oriented team player? Looking to join a collaborative environment and get the chance to develop your career?
Our client, a major law firm in Canada, is looking for an Accounting Clerk to join their team. If you answered yes to any of the questions, APPLY NOW!
ABOUT THE CLIENT
My client is a successful law firm specializing in litigation, with offices across Canada. They foster an innovative and supportive environment, emphasizing professionalism and collaboration among our team members.
ABOUT THE ROLE;
They are currently seeking an Accounting Clerk to join their Toronto team. The ideal candidate will be proactive, possess a strong work ethic, and demonstrate a desire to work in accounting.
Key attributes include a client service focus, strong multitasking abilities, analytical and organizational skills, proficiency with technology, and excellent communication skills.
RESPONSIBILITIES :
- Prepare monthly draft bills (prebill / proforma) for internal review by professionals.
- Track and ensure the return of draft bills for invoice processing and finalization.
- Issue invoices to clients and address any related inquiries.
- Process invoice payments, including charging clients' credit cards and posting cheque and electronic payments.
- Handle accounts payable, posting client disbursements such as Civil Litigation Filing Levy.
- Manage trust accounting, including the deposit and disbursement of funds in compliance with Law Society rules.
- Implement accounting policies and procedures, and communicate accounting information to staff at all levels.
- Respond to inquiries regarding accounting processes.
- Perform other related duties as required and assist with ad hoc projects.
REQUIREMENTS
- 1+ years of accounting experience in a legal / law firm setting
- Basic understanding of accounting principles, practices, and procedures.
- Proficiency in MS Office applications, especially Excel.
- Strong attention to detail and a client service mindset.
- Willingness to learn, adapt, and take on new responsibilities as necessary.
- Knowledge of law firm billing processes and familiarity with legal billing software (e.g., Elite or 3E) is advantageous.
- Experience in a law firm and with trust accounting is highly desirable.
COMPENSATION :
- $55,000-$65,000
- Extended health benefits
- 3 weeks vacation
- Wellbeing Allowance
- Professional Development Allowance
- Cell phone discount
- HYBRID WORKING SCHEDULE