Law Firm Accounting Administration / Management

Abbotsford, BC, CA, Canada

Job Description

ABOUT OUR LAW FIRM



Our Law Firm has been serving the Fraser Valley since 1961. Our lawyers provide an array of solicitor-oriented services, with a focus on Real Estate Development and Transactions, Corporate and Commercial Transactions, and Wills and Estate Administration.

ROLE



We are seeking an experienced, hands-on, and detail-oriented law firm accountant or administrator to join our team. The successful candidate will join and be trained in our accounting department to fulfill both accounting and administration tasks alongside our retiring office administrator and remaining accounting staff.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES



Being primary contact for lawyers, staff, and service providers regarding firm operations. Managing office supplies, software, equipment, facilities, and insurance including liaising with the firm's vendors, service providers, and external professionals. Administering payroll, benefits, vacation, and job postings and maintaining employee records. Overseeing and monitoring the firms general and trust accounts, including attending to bank reconciliations, reporting requirements, audits, and ensuring ongoing compliance with trust accounting rules and fraud prevention protocols. Attending to the firm's accounts receivables and payables, tax filings and remittances, and the lawyers' dues and fees. Preparing and submitting reports and financial information to the firm's lawyers, external accountants, Law Society, and CDIC. Maintaining the firm's risk management systems and coordinating Law Society audits. Performing related duties as needed from time to time

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS



A minimum of 2 years work experience in law firm in an administrative or managerial role. Experience or training in accounting or bookkeeping. Proficient with Unity Accounting, ESILaw, Sage, or similar and Microsoft Excel. Familiar with the Law Society trust accounting rules and reporting requirements. Strong communication and organizational skills. Ability to work independently as well as within a team.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $34.00-$44.50 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

Benefits:

Dental care Disability insurance Extended health care On-site parking Paid time off Vision care
Work Location: In person

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD2890572
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Abbotsford, BC, CA, Canada
  • Education
    Not mentioned