Finance Generalist

Cartel Agency Inc.; Old Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a Finance Generalist to join their dynamic team. This role offers a unique opportunity to oversee financial operations while mentoring future talent in a top-tier law firm. With a focus on precision and innovation, the ideal candidate will bring over five years of law firm experience and a strong financial acumen. You'll be responsible for producing accurate financial reports, ensuring compliance with legal requirements, and training new team members. If you're passionate about finance and leadership, this position is perfect for you to make a significant impact in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of accounting experience, specifically in a law firm setting.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Produce and organize month-end financial reports and ensure accuracy.
• Train new employees in accounting procedures and assist in daily administration.

Skills

Accounting Principles

Financial Reporting

Data Entry Skills

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Math Proficiency

Acumin Legal Accounting

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting

Tools

Accounting Software

Job description

Finance Generalist

FINANCE VISIONARY WANTED! Are you a finance professional with at least five years of law firm experience, a strong financial acumen, and a passion for leadership? Our Client, a leading law firm, is seeking a Finance Generalist who is ready to oversee financial operations while mentoring and training the next wave of talent. This is your opportunity to make a lasting impact at a top-tier law firm, combining your expertise in finance with your ability to inspire others. If you’re ready to take on a role that values precision, innovation, and leadership, we’d love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

1. Produce/organize month-end financial reports; review for accuracy and cross reference with previous month, note and investigate any discrepancies.
2. Prepare financial reports for firm and management company by analyzing, collecting, and condensing account trends and information.
3. Use a system to account for the financial transactions made by firm/management company to establish appropriate chart of accounts.
4. Enter financial transactions such as cheques, transfers and cash receipts for Trust and General account, client bills and write-offs, e-billings.
5. Reconcile all applicable accounts including trust, general, Oncorp, Teranet, MTO.
6. Work with management team on any potential leasing arrangements.
7. Ensure all financial actions comply with local, legal and LSO requirements.
8. Year-end preparations for annual review.
9. Obtain investment instructions from lawyers and submit to bank based on current legal requirements.
10. Liaise with management and bank account manager; track and manage financial data.
11. Assist Chief Operating Officer with daily firm administration including but not limited to setting up new employees on accounting system, create new GL accounts etc.
12. Train new employees in accounting procedures; conduct periodic training sessions for firm members.
13. Participate in special projects and/or event planning as they arise.
14. Any other tasks as needed.

Qualifications

1. 5+ years relevant accounting experience; law firm experience is a must.
2. Familiarity with general principles of accounting; strong understanding of math and numbers.
3. Acumin Legal Accounting experience is preferred.
4. Strong organizational and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively and clearly with other firm members.
5. Ability to prioritize, multi-task and meet deadlines without supervision.
6. A team player who can also work independently.
7. The ability to work on multiple projects while adhering to tight deadlines and use various financial transactions such as accounts payable and accounts receivable.
8. Good data entry skills.

To apply, please forward your resume to Zaheeda Merali, Manager – Law Clerk Division at [e-mail]