Job Description

BLANEY MCMURTRY LLP

ACCOUNTING CLERK

Why work at Blaney McMurtry LLP?

Blaney McMurtry LLP

is a multi-service 120 + lawyer firm, based in the heart of downtown Toronto. For more than sixty years, we have helped clients overcome challenges and seize opportunities through our continuing commitment to achieving results and building relationships. We seek exceptional individuals who take pride in their work and know the importance of excellent client service.

Our motto is "Expect the Best" and that goes both ways. At Blaney, we value a diverse and inclusive workplace that respects and supports all of our staff. We offer a competitive salary based on experience and paid vacation. Your well-being is very important to us and this is why we offer an excellent benefit package which includes health, dental, as well as an Employee Assistance Program. If you would like to gain new skills, we have abundant training and professional development opportunities to help to achieve your personal and professional goals.

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Accounting Clerk to join our busy Accounting team. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, this position is an excellent opportunity to gain exposure to various areas of accounting. The ideal candidate for this position has a strong work ethic, exceptional problem-solving skills and is comfortable working within a team. Blaney McMurtry LLP is passionate about what we do and we are looking for someone who shares our passion to join our team.

What you will be doing:

Post receipts from clients into General bank account, including cheques, direct deposits, credit card payments, EFTs, wires, and transfer of funds from US/trust bank accounts

Investigate and resolve inquiries from lawyers and the collection team regarding client payments

Perform daily reconciliation of client receipts in General bank account

Prepare and maintain daily bank deposit reports

Prepare and maintain weekly unapplied cash receipts reconciliation schedule

Liaise with collectors, lawyers, and legal assistants to resolve unapplied amounts

Communicate with the bank to address discrepancies as needed

Perform bank reconciliations of General and Trust bank accounts, including interest bearing trust bank accounts and e-registration (E-Reg) bank account

Maintain the outstanding cheques lists for General and Trust bank accounts

Coordinate with the Trust accounting clerk for variance investigations and corrections

Provide backup support to process trust-related transactions, including issuing trust cheques, processing wire transfers and trust receipts, whenever needed

Prepare daily cash flow report and daily e-registration transactions details for accounts payable

Other accounting duties and tasks as required from time to time

Qualifications:

High level of proficiency with Excel Accounting diploma an asset 3 years experience in an accounting department Previous law firm experience an asset Keyboarding skills Strong attention to detail
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Dental care Disability insurance Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance Paid time off RRSP match Vision care
Work Location: In person