Accounting and Payroll Clerk

Join the friendly, supportive, and well-established team with our client, a distinguished litigation boutique renowned for its exemplary work in high-stakes legal matters. We're seeking a dynamic team player to fill this Accounting Clerk role on a hybrid working model, spending three days per week in the office in the heart of Downtown Toronto. 

Reporting directly to the COO, you'll handle a diverse array of responsibilities crucial to the smooth functioning of the firm. Your primary focus will be providing adept accounting support, particularly in managing trust accounts and payroll. 

Job description: 

• Manage bi-weekly and monthly payroll processing, including accurate posting.
• Conduct a monthly reconciliation of payroll records to ensure financial accuracy.
• Oversee annual T4 preparations and filings, ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Administer employee benefits, handling both new hires and terminations with efficiency.
• Facilitate wire transfers and corresponding ledger entries, maintaining precise records.
• Process client credit card payments accurately, reflecting transactions in the ledger.
• Provide backup support for bank reconciliations, ensuring financial integrity.
• Day-to-day management of trust transactions, liaising with firm members to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Conduct monthly reconciliations of trust accounts, upholding financial transparency and accountability.
• Offer backup support for Accounts Payable/Receivable processing, maintaining smooth financial operations.
• Perform monthly subledger reconciliations, identifying and rectifying discrepancies.
• Manage Accounts Receivable and WIP efficiently, contributing to the firm's financial stability.

Must haves: 

• Minimum of  3 years of accounting experience within professional or legal services.
• Post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, or a similar discipline. 
• Experience and expertise in payroll management.
• Familiarity with Law Firm Trust accounting practices,
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for collaborating with stakeholders.
• Be adept at multitasking, prioritizing tasks, and meeting tight deadlines.
• Meticulous attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in all accounting processes.
• Proactive, self-driven approach to work, capable of operating effectively with minimal supervision.

We’re an equal opportunity employer committed to increasing diversity and inclusion in today’s workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Minorities, women, LGBTQ candidates, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions.