Job Description

Our client is one of British Columbia\xe2\x80\x99s leading boutique law firms in the areas of construction, commercial, and matrimonial dispute resolution. The firm is looking for a Controller to join their team!

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Participating in strategic planning processes with respect to finance
• Preparation of financial statements (historical and projections)
• Preparation of monthly reports to partners
• Development of action plans emanating from reports to partners
• Designing and monitoring internal controls
• Developing and maintaining performance measurements
• Preparing annual budgets and forecasts
• Cash flow reporting
• Management of two accounting staff, including recruiting and training, performance and compensation reviews, etc.
• Ensuring compliance with:

• Law Society regulations
• CRA regulations including preparation of all remittances and all other government-regulated requirements
• calculation of payments to partners and associates
• Management of accounts receivable \xe2\x80\x93 billing/collection and accounts payable
• Reconciliation of bank accounts/loans
• All month-end and year-end processes
• Processing all payroll functions using Ceridian

Qualifications and skills required:

• Professional accounting designation (CPA) required
• 5-7+ years of accounting experience in a law firm setting
• Strong knowledge of LSBC Trust Accounting rules
• Strong technical skills including Microsoft Excel
• Experience in PCLaw and/or Soluno or other law firm accounting systems an asset
• Strategic thinking with a high level of numeric reasoning
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to work well under pressure
• Strong multi-tasking and attention to detail skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage staff
• Must be able to work well in a team environment as well as independently
• Must have the ability to maintain confidentiality
• Valid working visa candidates are welcome to apply

They offer comprehensive group benefits and other perks within a fun and friendly environment.

Send your resume via email to

Eva Lee & Associates