Cash Application Specialist (6-month opportunity)

Dentons; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health & mental health

Paid time off

Retirement savings plans

Fitness subsidy

Parental leave top-up

Job summary

Dentons Canada in Toronto is seeking a Cash Application Specialist for a 6-month contract, a hybrid role with in-office presence and hours 9:30 am–5:30 pm, Monday to Friday. You will manage cash receipts for Dentons Canada offices and report to the Cash Application Supervisor.

Some overtime may be required during month-end. Ideal candidate has 4+ years of accounting experience, preferably in a law firm or professional services, and familiarity with Elite 3E, Elite Enterprise, Aderant, NetSuite

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience in accounting and strong knowledge of general procedures.
• Experience in a law firm or professional services is an asset.
• Strong numeric and problem-solving skills; proficient with MS Office.
• Discretion, integrity and ability to handle confidential matters.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Allocate cheques and coordinate deposits to the bank.
• Allocate wires and direct deposits to invoices.
• Investigate and process refunds to clients for overpayments.
• Process credit card payments.
• Prepare monthly journal entries.
• Provide backup support within the Finance Department and Toronto office.
• Handle other special projects as required.

Job description

Dentons is designed to be different. Our Firm leads the way in a rapidly changing legal marketplace. We challenge the status quo and deliver consistent results as well as uncompromising quality and value to our clients. Our global presence is renowned as a firm with over 21,000 individuals in more than 200 offices serving clients across 80+ countries.

Dentons Canada is committed to its people and communities. We are consistently recognized as an employer of choice having received numerous awards including being selected as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers (2026); Canada’s Top Employers for Young People (2026); and Canada’s Best Diversity Employers (2026).

This role is an opportunity for you to join Canada's Global Law Firm, a firm that offers opportunities to build your career while growing your skills and deepening your expertise.

POSITION OVERVIEW

We have an immediate opening for a Cash Application Specialist within our Toronto office for an up to 6 months contract role. This position reports to the Cash Application Supervisor and will be responsible for cash receipts functions for all Dentons Canada offices. This role is a hybrid position requiring some in-office presence and scheduled to work 9:30 am- 5:30 pm, Monday to Friday. During month-end periods, some overtime and flexibility may be required to meet demands of the role. Discretion, confidentiality and attention to detail are essential to this position and required at all times.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Allocate cheques and coordinate deposit to bank.
• Responsible for allocating wires and direct deposits to invoices.
• Investigate and process any refunds to clients for overpayments.
• Process credit card payments.
• Prepare monthly journal entries.
• Provide assistance/backup support as required to others in the Finance Department and within the local Toronto office as required.
• Other special projects as required.

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum 4 years of experience and strong working knowledge of general accounting procedures.
• Previous experience in a law firm or professional services environment is an asset.
• Knowledge of Elite 3E or similar accounting software (Elite Enterprise, Aderant, NetSuite, SAP) is preferable.
• Strong mathematical and problem solving skills are necessary.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite.
• Demonstrates tact and discretion, sound judgment and diplomacy in dealing with sensitive and confidential matters.
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal.
• Commitment to privacy and ethical conduct with a strong ability to ensure all firm policies and control procedures are met.
• Superb organizational skills, accuracy and attention to detail.
• Self-starter who is able to work independently and effectively with individuals at all levels within a team-oriented environment.
• Able to meet deadlines, work well under pressure and prioritize work.
• Proven track record of being adaptable to change in a fast-paced, ever changing environment.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

This role is a new position.

The target salary range for this position is $55,000 to $60,000, commensurate with the successful candidate’s skills, experience, and qualifications. Dentons is committed to equitable and competitive compensation. This target range falls within our internal salary ranges, which are based on comparable roles in the external market. We strive to hire, promote, and transfer individuals at the entry point of the range, with consideration given to prior experience, relevant skills, and market conditions.

We recognize that rewarding exceptional talent goes beyond salary. Our comprehensive total rewards package includes inclusive and flexible benefits that support the wellbeing and development of our people. This includes extended health and mental health benefits, paid time off, retirement savings plans, a fitness subsidy, parental leave top-up, and more.

In addition, our learning and development programs—such as mentorship opportunities, employee networks, and leadership development initiatives—are designed to support personal and professional growth.

At Dentons, all candidate screening, assessment, and hiring decisions are made by people. From time to time, we use AI-enabled tools to assist in enhancing our recruitment process and materials; however, these tools do not screen candidates or make hiring decisions.

Note: Availability of benefits and programs may vary depending on your location and employment type and may be subject to eligibility criteria. Dentons reserves the right to modify or discontinue offerings, in whole or in part, at its discretion and without prior notice.

Equal Opportunity Statement

At Dentons Canada, inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility (IDEA) are not just ancillary values, they are foundational to our business. We believe that IDEA is essential to the shared success of our team and our clients. Our forward-thinking and inclusive culture supports the professional development of all our people, enhances the leading services we offer to our clients, and informs our commitment to make a positive impact in the communities where we live and work. As a testament to our commitment to IDEA, we have been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employer’s for 16 consecutive years (2011-2026), as well as one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People (2026) for the ninth time.

Dentons Canada is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome your application. All employment decisions, including hiring, will be made without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, colour, creed, disability, ethnic origin, family status, gender identity, marital status, place of origin, race, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable human rights legislation.

We are committed to providing you with an inclusive, barrier-free, and accessible workplace to support your success. Should you require accommodation during the recruitment process, for example as a result of a disability, please contact us at [e-mail].