Accounting Clerk

Linds & Associates; Richmond Hill; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal services firm in Richmond Hill is seeking an experienced accounting professional. The role involves preparing trust cheques, processing payments, and ensuring accurate financial management. Key qualifications include a Diploma/Certificate in accounting, proficiency with Microsoft Office and PCLaw, along with at least 3 years of experience in a law firm. Attention to detail and organizational skills are essential for success in this dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 3 years of accounting experience in a similar role in a law firm.
• Experience working in a litigation practice or with government clients is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare trust cheques, receipts, incoming and outgoing wires, and term deposits.
• Cut client related general cheques.
• Process client related accounts payable.
• Post disbursements.
• Process credit card payments.
• Input closed file numbers.
• Run monthly AR reminder.
• Back up for billing and opening files.
• Back up for cash receipts.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

Ability to work independently

Strong organizational skills

Attention to detail

Ability to handle high volume of work

High level of accuracy

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office

Strong knowledge of Excel

Knowledge of PCLaw

Education

Diploma / Certificate in accounting

Job description

Qualifications

• Diploma / Certificate in accounting
• 3 years of accounting experience in a similar role in a law firm
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to handle a high volume of work
• High level of accuracy and efficiency
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including strong knowledge of Excel
• Knowledge of PCLaw is a must

Duties and responsibilities

• Prepare trust cheques, receipts, incoming and outgoing wires, and term deposits
• Cut client related general cheques
• Process client related accounts payable
• Post disbursements
• Process credit card payments
• Input closed file numbers
• Run monthly AR reminder
• Back up for billing and opening files
• Back up for cash receipts
• Other duties as required
• Experience working in a litigation practice or with government clients is preferred