Job Description

Financial Controller

BRATTYS LLP has been ranked by Canadian Lawyer Magazine as one of the top 5 commercial real estate boutiques in Canada. We are at the forefront of representing high-rise and low-rise developers and builders, commercial landlords and financial institutions, including all of Canada\'s largest banks. We have a dynamic real estate and corporate practice that has flourished over the last 50 years.

We are currently seeking a confident, experienced and hands on financial professional that is able to apply their strong financial background to the overall financial management and planning of the Firm. Our Firm offers a true team environment and a competitive compensation and benefits package with an opportunity to enhance both skills and knowledge in a fast-paced environment.

Reporting to the Managing Partners, the Financial Controller is responsible for managing and overseeing the Firm\'s accounting and finance functions while ensuring that proper controls are in place and maintained, as well as supervising the accounting department.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintains all accounting and financial records of the Firm including the general accounts, trust accounts, cash management, accounts receivable / payable, collections, corporate expenditures and summary financial statements
• Manages investment accounts, foreign exchange, wire payments, EFT, bank deposits, client cheques and credit card transactions
• Leads, manages and reports on sub ledger and general ledger reconciliations, trust history reports, trust investment reconciliation and the investigation of variance analysis details
• Assists and coordinates distribution of reports for year-end T5 tax filing, NR4 non-resident tax withholding, remitting and trust audit reports
• Prepares, reviews and manages distribution of annual CDIC reports to multiple financial institutions for all trust accounts
• Monitors, assists and responds to inquiries related to monthly Tarion reports and distribution of Statutory Declaration Reports
• Prepares and reconciles quarterly filing of Real Estate Levies and submits payment and reports to the Law Society
• Processes weekly payroll and remits statutory payments
• Prepares financial statements and reporting on a weekly, monthly and yearly basis
• Generates ad-hoc financial reports for lawyers, as required
• Performs bank reconciliations on a monthly basis
• Provides analysis, interpretation and projections to the Managing Partners, as required
• Coordinates with external auditors including preparation of year-end financial review and audit documents and responds to all requests and inquires
• Manages banking relationships with multiple financial institutions

The successful candidate must demonstrate the following:

• University Degree or College Diploma in Finance and Accounting or a related field
• CPA designation, or working towards it
• Must have a minimum of 7 \xe2\x80\x93 10 years of experience in a Controller position; ideally in a law firm practice

• Extensive knowledge of business accounting reports, accounting concepts and techniques and the ability to synchronize accounting principles and practices with the Firm\'s goals and objectives
• Must be proficient with current technology. Proficient with the following software: PC Law, Elite, Unity, Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook and Ceridian PowerPay
• Excellent interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills
• Must be highly organized with the ability to multi-task and meet tight deadlines
• Excellent leadership and management skills
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of pertinent data
• Demonstrates a professional demeanor, high ethical standards, respect and commitment to service excellence
• Ability to work independently as well as cohesively with lawyers and other employees as part of a team
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively under pressure with simultaneous deadlines

Asset:

• Working knowledge of computer systems and other operating information systems as used in a law firm environment
• Experience managing facilities and related functions

We thank you for your interest in our position!

We are committed to providing equal opportunities for persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available at all stages of the recruitment process, at the candidate\'s request.

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