Job Description

Description :
As a recognized national business law firm, we support, grow, and impact our communities through our work. We help entrepreneurs, companies, and professionals shape and build the Canadian economy.
When you start a career with Miller Thomson, you join a firm that puts its people first. We provide the opportunity to influence the course of your career, community, and workplace with the support and backing of a national organization. While teamwork and collaboration are hallmarks of our culture, we accept and encourage individuality. You can expect a friendly, safe, and supportive environment where your colleagues will rally around to help you succeed.
Find the spark that will propel your career to new heights. Apply today to join a firm that is dedicated to you.
We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to join our team on an 18-month contract basis in our Vaughan Office. This role can have a fully remote work schedule.
The Accounting Clerk will be responsible for the processing of client credit card payments as well as assist with the maintenance of the finance accounting system. The Accounting Clerk will be required to liaise with legal assistants & other accounting team members and respond to inquiries in a timely manner.
Key responsibilities:

• Process Visa, MasterCard and AMEX client credit card payments at the national level.
• Post credit card payments, verify payment details, ensure proper authorization is attached. You will also process payment adjustments and refunds.
• Answer credit card related inquiries and provide backups. Follow up and resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain a spread sheet of credit card payment records for tracking, bank reconciliation and audit purposes.
• Set up and maintenance of the Aderant financial system, including but not limited to updating standard hourly lawyer rates, general ledger accounts, cost codes and tax codes.
• Work closely with the Accounting Systems Supervisor on various finance system (Aderant) related projects including the updating of lawyer & client data.
• Respond to emails from lawyers & assistants and ensure they are resolved and responded to in a timely manner.

What you'll bring:
Completion of an accounting program from college or equivalent work experience in an accounting department.
Experience working with accounting systems including Accounts Payable or Accounts Receivable. Knowledge of Aderant an asset.
Intermediate Excel skills.
Dedication to providing timely and quality work for clients.
Strong communication skills.
Prioritization skills in a very busy and multi-faceted environment. * Must be able to work both as a team player and independently.
What we offer:
We believe in the importance of a Total Compensation package, ensuring our mix of salary, benefits, and perks are competitive within the market as well as a work-life balance. We offer:

• A comprehensive Benefits package that includes Health, Dental and Vision Care, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance, Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance, 3+ Weeks' Vacation and 10 Personal Days;
• A Diverse and Inclusive Workplace;
• Flexible working options;
• Employee appreciation events;
• Charitable giving programs.

Who we are:
Miller Thomson LLP is one of Canada's fastest-growing national business law firms, with ten offices across the country. Our consistent ability to provide practical, creative and cost-effective advice, combined with an unyielding service commitment to our clients and a strong dedication to our lawyers, staff and the communities in which we practice, gives us a unique position in the Canadian legal industry.
Miller Thomson LLP is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility.
While we thank all applicants for their interest, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to queries individually, and only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls or agencies, please.
Miller Thomson will provide accommodation on request throughout the recruitment, selection and assessment process for applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodation, please inform our Talent department of the nature of the accommodation that you may require, to ensure your equal participation.

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