Our client is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Accounting Clerk to join their growing accounting team. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career accounting professional to develop their skills in a collaborative and supportive environment while gaining valuable experience in billing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general accounting functions.
About Our Client
Our client is a well-established law firm known for its collaborative culture, commitment to employee development, and exceptional client service. They foster a supportive workplace where team members are encouraged to learn, grow, and build long-term careers. Employees enjoy a positive work environment, flexible work arrangements, competitive benefits, and regular social events that promote strong team connections.
About The Opportunity
This is an ideal opportunity for a junior accounting professional looking to establish a long-term career in accounting and billing. Working closely with an experienced Accounting Manager and the accounting team, the successful candidate will receive ongoing training and mentorship while developing hands-on experience across a variety of accounting functions. The firm is seeking someone eager to learn, highly organized, and capable of thriving in a fast-paced professional office environment.
About The Position
Reporting to the Accounting Manager, the Junior Accounting Clerk will support the day-to-day operations of the accounting department by assisting with billing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, deposits, and administrative accounting functions. Responsibilities include preparing monthly pre-bills, processing invoices through electronic billing platforms, managing deposits, reconciling corporate credit card statements, maintaining petty cash, processing vendor payments, organizing accounting documentation, and providing backup support to the accounting team as needed. This role plays an important part in ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of the firm's financial operations.
The Requirements
- Accounting diploma or certificate completed or currently in progress
- 1–2 years of accounting experience, or a combination of post-secondary accounting education and practical experience
- Basic knowledge of accounting principles with exposure to Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
- Previous office or accounting experience within a professional services environment is considered an asset
- Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and work effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook
- Experience with ProLaw or other legal accounting software is considered an asset
Compensation
- Salary: $55,000–$65,000 annually, depending on experience
- Comprehensive health benefits including extended health, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, out-of-country coverage, and short- and long-term disability
- Health & Wellness Spending Account
- Group RRSP with employer matching
- Paid parental leave top-up
- Flexible hybrid work arrangement
- Firm-sponsored social events and team activities
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
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