Description
Lawson Lundell LLP is a leading regional Canadian business law firm with offices in Vancouver, Kelowna, Calgary and Yellowknife. The firm is recognized and respected by its peers in legal and business publications and was recently named one of BC’s Top Employers for 2024. Business in Vancouver also recognized Lawson Lundell LLP as the fastest growing law firm in Western Canada.
Lawson Lundell LLP is seeking an Accounting Articling Student to join our Vancouver office. This position is ideal for someone pursuing the CPA designation and looking to gain valuable experience in a professional environment. The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic, hardworking individual who is eager to contribute to our Accounting Department. The regular working hours for this role are Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm.
Standard Responsibilities
- Perform month end tasks including posting journal entries and preparing financial reports
- Reconcile Bank, Trust, and Credit Card Statements
- Respond to Lawyer and Legal Assistant inquiries
- Data and Cost Entry
- Cash Receipt Entry
- Preparing A/R Reports
- Assisting in preparing and sending Reminder Statements to Clients
- Updating Client Contacts
- General Filing
- Perform other related duties as required or assigned
Qualifications
- Undergraduate degree
- Minimum of 1 year experience in a professional environment is an asset
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Outstanding interpersonal and customer service skills
- Ability to multi-task, meet deadlines and solve problems in a fast paced environment
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
- Pro-active and service oriented approach is a must
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
The typical salary range for this position is $50,000 - $60,000 annually; the base pay offered is based on location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, internal and market equity.
Exciting perks and benefits of working at Lawson:
- Health Benefits: extended health, dental, vision, out of country, life, AD&D.
- Lifestyle Benefit: reimbursement for purchases from a pre-approved list, including memberships and gym equipment.
- Paid Time Off: vacation time starts at 3 weeks, personal days, sick time, and a volunteer day every year.
- Paid Parental leave top up.
- Education Reimbursement: we are committed to continued growth and development, and our educational reimbursement policy provides opportunity for our staff to expand on their skills and knowledge.
- Financial Benefits: defined contribution pension plan matched by the firm, RRSP, TFSA, year-end bonuses and an employee referral bonus program.
- Fun Environment: annual year end party, happy hours, staff appreciation week, and many other social events.
- Awards: long term service and bonus vacation awards.
What to expect
- A commitment to diversity and inclusiveness; we believe that fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace benefits both our firm and clients
- An environment where constant learning is encouraged
- A fun and collaborative work environment
- A team of unique individuals who will help take your skills and experience to the next level
- A commitment to providing a discrimination-free and harassment-free workplace environment
If you are a professional, motivated hardworking team player with a positive outlook and would like to share your expertise with us, please submit your resume with a cover letter to Tahmineh Mohammadi, Human Resources Generalist & Analyst, by clicking the link below:
https://lawsonlundell.bamboohr.com/careers/155?source=aWQ9OA%3D%3D
Although we thank all applicants for their interest in Lawson Lundell LLP, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. No phone calls please.