Our client one ofCanada’s leading international law firms is currentlyrecruiting for an experienced Accounting Manager to join theirFinance Department. Reporting to the Director of Administrationthis role requires a candidate who will provide professionalefficient and prompt service to both lawyers andclients.
Responsibilities :
- Supervise a team of 5 accountingstaff responsible for tasks such as monthly invoicing accountspayable cash deposits and addressing internal auditinquiries.
- Accuratelymanage and record all trust funds held by the firm ensuringcompliance with the Law Society of BC’sregulations.
- Createand oversee the annual operating and capital budgets for theVancouver office including financial ysis and variancereporting.
- Handledaily banking interactions including local and international wiretransfers and resolve any banking issues.
- Provide strategic financial advice to theOffice Managing Partner and seniormanagement.
- Respondto all financial inquiries from clients lawyers andstaff.
- Producevarious financial reports and statistical information as requestedby lawyers (e.g. aged accounts receivable time tracking work inprogress etc.).
- Prepare journal entries and complete monthlybank reconciliations.
- Compile annual reports for CDIC and Trust andprovide annual statistics for economicsurveys.
- Engage inboth internal and external audits.
- Collaborate with other offices on nationalinitiatives.
- Regularly liaise with the national FinanceDepartment.
Qualifications :
Bachelor's degree inCommerce or Business Administration with a focus on Accounting orcurrently pursuing an accounting degree.At least 68 years of relevant accountingexperience preferably within a professional servicesenvironment.Expertise in trust accounting and familiaritywith the Law Society of BC regulations is highlydesirable.Strongleadership communication ytical and problemsolvingss.Ability to makeinformed decisions using accountingprinciples.Proficient in computer ss particularly withExcel CMS accounting software and Aderant budgetingsoftware.Excellentinterpersonal ss and the ability to work effectively within ateam.Detailorientedwith exceptional organizational ss and the ability to managemultiple priorities.How toApply :
Arlyn Recruiting partners with top law firmsacross Canada to help candidates secure ideal opportunities basedon their education ss and career ambitions. Applications can besubmitted through the Arlyn Recruiting website or by emailing aresume directly to . This service is 100% free andconfidential for job seekers. Arlyn Recruiting supportscandidates’ success through experience knowledge andstrong relationships.