Accounting Clerk (9934)

Cartel Agency Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Accounting Clerk to join their dynamic team in Toronto. This role is perfect for someone with a passion for numbers and a keen eye for detail, especially if you have experience in a law firm. You will be responsible for preparing accounts, managing invoices, and ensuring compliance with trust accounting regulations. You'll thrive in a supportive environment that values its employees and offers competitive benefits. If you're ready to take the next exciting step in your career, this opportunity is not to be missed!

Benefits

Competitive benefits

Supportive team environment

State-of-the-art office

Qualifications

• 3+ years of accounting experience in a law firm is required.
• Strong knowledge of trust accounting and e-billing processes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accounts for review and draft client invoices.
• Track invoice status and resolve billing issues.
• Assist with year-end audit and maintain accurate trust fund accounting.

Skills

Accounting

Trust Accounting

E-billing Process

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

People Skills

Computer Skills

Tools

Excel

Outlook

PC Law

Job description

Accounting Clerk

Our Client, a well-established law firm in Toronto, is on the lookout for an Accounting Clerk with a keen eye for detail and a passion for numbers. If you have at least three years of experience in accounting within a law firm, along with excellent organizational skills, this could be the perfect fit for you. Join a dynamic and supportive team in a state-of-the-art office where you’ll feel right at home. Not only will you be part of a firm that truly values its people, but you’ll also enjoy competitive benefits and perks. Don’t wait—this opportunity won’t last long! Apply today and take the next exciting step in your career.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare accounts for review
• Draft and finalize client invoices
• Attend to all incoming billing related inquiries including invoices, billing templates and billing issues
• Review and submit invoices to client systems using various ebilling platforms
• Track and monitor invoice status
• Investigate rejection notifications and work to resolve issues impacting successful submissions
• Data entry (posting cash receipts, disbursements, etc.)
• Analyze WIP, disbursements, trust balances and aged WIP • Process expense reports, credit card payments and reimbursement to client accounts
• Reconcile firm credit card transactions
• Liaise with vendors and deal with payment inquiries
• Post and process accounts payable
• Maintain and process an accurate accounting of all trust funds held by the firm in accordance with the Law Society of Ontario’s regulations
• Maintain day-to-day relations with the bank and assist with resolving any banking related issues
• Process/prepare daily cheques for both trust and general
• Prepare various reports and statistical information requested by lawyers (ie. aged accounts receivable, time reports, work in progress, etc.)
• Attend to financial inquiries from clients, lawyers and staff
• Assist with year-end audit as required
• Create and update rates and matter information as required
• Provide assistance/coverage to members of the accounting team, as needed

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ accounting experience in a law firm
• Experience with trust accounting and knowledge of Law Society of Ontario rules
• Strong computer skills (Excel, Outlook, PC Law)
• Must have working knowledge of the e-billing process
• Experience with e-billing software
• Good people skills and an ability to work effectively within a team
• Excellent organizational skills, accuracy and attention to detail

To apply, please forward your resume to:Zaheeda MeraliManager – Executive Searchat [e-mail]