Accounting Clerk – (Downtown Toronto)

Ignite Talent Solutions; Toronto; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in downtown Toronto is seeking an experienced Accounting Clerk. Responsibilities include processing trust funds, managing bank interactions, handling billing inquiries, and providing support to the accounting department. Candidates should have at least three years of relevant legal experience and strong skills in accounts payable, Excel, and PC Law. The firm offers an attractive remuneration package and a collegial work environment.

Benefits

Attractive remuneration package

Full technical and administrative support

Opportunity for professional development

Qualifications

• At least three years of relevant experience, including prior legal industry experience.
• Proficiency in accounts payable, disbursements, and general ledger posting.
• Solid understanding of the e-billing process.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and accurately process all trust funds.
• Manage daily interactions with the bank.
• Prepare and process daily cheques for trust and general accounts.
• Handle billing inquiries related to invoices and discrepancies.
• Provide general accounting and clerical support.

Skills

Accounts payable

Disbursements

General ledger posting

Excel

Outlook

PC Law

Attention to detail

Job description

Overview

Accounting Clerk – (Downtown Toronto)

Our client, a bustling midsize law firm located in downtown Toronto, is currently presenting an enticing opportunity for a seasoned Accounting Clerk with prior experience in law firms to become part of their expanding team.

Your new role

In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining and accurately processing all trust funds held by the firm in compliance with the Law Society of Ontario’s regulations. You will manage daily interactions with the bank and assist in resolving any banking-related issues. Your duties will include preparing and processing daily cheques for both trust and general accounts, handling billing inquiries related to invoices, templates, and discrepancies, and preparing accounts for review. Additionally, you will be responsible for data entry of trust and firm cheques, as well as processing, verifying, and reconciling transactions. You will also provide general accounting and clerical support to the accounting department.

What you will need to succeed

To be considered for this role, candidates must have at least three years of relevant experience, including prior legal industry experience. Proficiency in accounts payable, disbursements, and general ledger posting is required. Strong computer skills, particularly in Excel, Outlook, and PC Law, are essential. Candidates must also have a solid understanding of the e-billing process and demonstrate a high level of attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and quality in their work.

What you will get in return

This is an exceptional opportunity to work with a leading firm in a collegial environment. They offer an attractive remuneration package, an automated office with full technical, administrative and peer support and an opportunity to work on complex and challenging work.

What you need to do now

If you are interested in this role, click 'apply now', or call us now at 647 370 8488 for a confidential discussion.