Accounting Administrator

Singleton Urquhart Reynolds Vogel LLP; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 64,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Singleton Urquhart Reynolds Vogel LLP in Vancouver is seeking an Accounting Administrator to join the Vancouver Accounting Team. This role supports daily accounting operations, processes financial transactions, and maintains records.

You will handle accounts payable/receivable, reconciliations, and assist with month-end and year-end closings. A minimum of two years in accounting support and experience in a law firm are preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in an accounting support role.
• Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, or ERP systems) and Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with trust accounting (preferred).
• Experience in a law firm and with Aderant is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions accurately and in a timely manner.
• Perform bank and credit card reconciliations.
• Maintain and reconcile trust accounts in accordance with applicable regulations and firm policies.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Support employee expense reimbursement.
• Organize and maintain accounting documentation and records.
• Respond to inquiries regarding financial transactions and support internal stakeholders.
• Participate in various ad hoc tasks and special projects as assigned.
• Perform other accounting or administrative duties as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Prioritization

Communication

Independent

Team collaboration

Law firm experience

Tools

QuickBooks

Sage

ERP systems

Aderant

Job description

Singleton Urquhart Reynolds Vogel LLP is a Canadian law firm with offices in Vancouver and Toronto. Our focus is on helping clients from construction and infrastructure, commercial litigation, insurance, real estate and business seize emerging opportunities and find solutions to complex legal problems. The structure of our firm allows us to be flexible enough to provide personal, creative and cost-effective services to all of our clients, many of whom have been with us for decades.

We are currently seeking an Accounting Administrator to join our Vancouver Accounting Team. This role requires 2+ years of related accounting experience and offers an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented and proactive professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

The Accounting Administrator supports the daily operations of the accounting department by performing a variety of clerical and administrative tasks. Responsibilities include processing financial transactions, maintaining accurate records, assisting with trust accounting and compliance, and supporting ad hoc tasks, special projects, and other duties as required.

• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions accurately and in a timely manner
• Perform bank and credit card reconciliations
• Maintain and reconcile trust accounts in accordance with applicable regulations and firm policies
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities
• Support employee expense reimbursement
• Organize and maintain accounting documentation and records
  
• Respond to inquiries regarding financial transactions and support internal stakeholders
• Participate in various ad hoc tasks and special projects as assigned
• Perform other accounting or administrative duties as required

KEY QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 2 years of experience in an accounting support role
• Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, or ERP systems) and Microsoft Excel
• Experience with trust accounting (preferred)
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and recordkeeping
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated and able to work both independently and collaboratively
• Experience in a law firm
• Experience with Aderant

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Singleton Reynolds offers a competitive salary and opportunities for personal and professional growth. Team members are encouraged to participate in firm social events and connect with a dynamic group of professionals. The range for this position will be $64,000 to $70,000 depending on education and experience.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION COMMITMENT

Singleton Reynolds is committed to developing, implementing, and maintaining best practices and strategies to enhance equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including those who identify as a member of an underrepresented group (2SLGBTQIA+, BIPOC, persons with disabilities, etc.) We make this commitment at all stages of the employment life cycle, through recruitment, retention and advancement.