Hybrid Law Firm Accounting Coordinator

Aird & Berlis LLP

Toronto

Hybrid

CAD 55,000 - 65,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Aird & Berlis LLP, a prominent Canadian business law firm in Toronto, is seeking an Accounting Coordinator for a 2-year contract in a hybrid role. You will manage accounts receivable, payable, and trust transactions in line with firm policies, requiring meticulous attention to detail and the ability to prioritize tasks.

The ideal candidate has at least two years in accounting and a post-secondary credential in a related field; familiarity with Aderant is a plus.

Qualifications

Minimum two (2) years experience in accounts receivable, accounts payable, trust or general accounting.
Post-secondary program in related discipline or equivalent experience.
Law firm or professional services experience is an asset.
Knowledge of Aderant is an asset.
Handle time pressure situations and stress of multiple demands.

Responsibilities

Post payments to Trust and General accounts via cheque, credit card, online payments, wires and EFT.
Investigate unapplied receipts and follow up with bank or internal contacts.
Review bank accounts daily and post bank charges.
Ensure transactions comply with firm policies.
Process credit card payments via third party platform.
Post disbursement charges to matters daily.
Code vendor invoices with approvals and documentation.
Maintain vendor records and respond to inquiries about invoices/payments.
Prepare and process outgoing wires from Trust accounts.
Perform trust transfers and Trust activity reports.
Coordinate funds in interest bearing accounts and timing maturities.
Communicate professionally with internal and external stakeholders.
Perform other duties to support the team.