Job Description

Established Mississauga Law Firm located near Square One, has an immediate opening for a Bookkeeper/Accountant for an on-site position in their Accounting and Administration Department. Experience required.

Main Responsibilities include but are not limited to

:

Accounting:

Maintain and balance company accounts payable and accounts receivable Perform bookkeeping tasks such as preparing invoices and bank deposits Sort, process, and verify receipts Complete daily transactions at banking institutions Banking reconciliations (daily/monthly) Trust/EFT processing Payroll Tax Filings Compliance with Law Society of Ontario Requirements
Administration (preferred):

Sort and file documents according to established filing systems Process incoming and outgoing mail and courier packages Perform clerical duties including data/word processing, faxing and photocopying Greet visitors coming into the office, direct them to appropriate contacts, provide general information in person and by phone Operate a telephone system/switchboard to answer, screen and forward telephone calls and take messages
Required Qualifications:?

2+ years of accounting experience, preferably within a law firm or real estate practice Completion of a post-secondary program in Accounting, Bookkeeping, CPA or working towards CPA , or a related field of study Proficiency with PC Law Strong numerical skills and the knowledge of basic accounting principles Strong organizational skills and the ability to balance multiple priorities in a high pressure environment The ability to work with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail A valid driver's license and access to a vehicle are required for daily banking transactions CPA/CGA or equivalent experience
While not required, the ideal candidate will have:

Direct experience in real estate law accounting (eg. trust reconciliations, disbursements, statement of adjustments, teraview/land transfer tax payments) would be an asset Experience in an administrative roll, particularly within an accounting department Previous switchboard or front-desk experience
Qualified candidates interested in this position are invited to submit an application. We thank all applicants for their interest in our firm, however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

Our firm encourages applications from diverse, qualified candidates and is committed to ensuring accessible services and communications to individuals with disabilities

Please note that employment will be conditional on a satisfactory Criminal Background Check.

Job Type: Full-time

Ability to commute/relocate:

Mississauga, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

Bookkeeping/Accounting: 2 years (required) PC Law: 2 years (preferred) Law Firm: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:

Chartered Professional Accountant License (or in progress) (preferred)
Work Location: In person