Description
Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP is one of Canada’s oldest law firms and one of its most progressive. Blakes is committed to investing in our staff and professionals, continually updating our training opportunities, recognizing achievement and creating a positive work environment, all with a view to ensure that we provide our clients with top quality legal services.
Blakes is currently recruiting for an experienced Accounting Manager to join our Finance Department. Reporting to the Director, Administration, this role requires a candidate who will provide professional, efficient and prompt service to our lawyers and clients.
Responsibilities include:
- Supervise and manage workload of 5 accounting staff, who are responsible for monthly billings, accounts payable, cash deposits and internal audit requests
- Maintain and process an accurate accounting of all trust funds held by the Firm and in accordance with the Law Society of BC’s regulations
- Prepare and maintain annual operating and capital budgets for the Vancouver office, which includes financial analyses, variance reporting, etc.
- Maintain day-to-day relations with the banks, prepare local and international wires, resolve banking issues, etc.
- Provide strategic financial advice to the Office Managing Partner and senior management
- Attend to all financial enquiries from clients, lawyers and staff
- Prepare various reports and statistical information requested by lawyers (ie. aged accounts receivable, time reports, work in progress, etc.)
- Prepare journal entries and monthly bank reconciliations
- Prepare annual reports for CDIC and Trust; provide annual stats for economic surveys
- Attend to internal and external audits
- Work in cooperation with other offices on national initiatives
- Regularly interact with national Finance Department
Qualifications:
- Accounting degree
- Minimum of 6-8 years of related accounting experience, preferably in a professional services industry
- Experience with trust accounting and knowledge of Law Society of BC rules a definite asset
- Strong leadership, communication, analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to make sound judgement and can use accounting principles to guide decision making
- Strong computer skills (Excel, CMS accounting software, Aderant budgeting software)
- Good people skills and ability to work effectively within a team
- Detail oriented; excellent organization skills with ability to juggle multiple priorities
Anticipated hiring range for this role: $100,000 - $120,000
How to Apply
To apply for this position, please submit your application and include your cover letter and résumé directly to:
Zoe Brookes, HR Manager
Blakes wishes to thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Who We Are
At Blakes, we are all about our people. We are committed to not only providing exceptional client experiences, but also fostering an open and inclusive workplace culture for legal professionals and administrative professionals. As a winner of the Canada’s Best Diversity Employers award, as well as the Greater Toronto’s Top Employers award, we know that diversity and inclusion are not simply initiatives on the perimeter of our business — they are the core of our success. We understand the importance of cultivating an environment that brings out the best in each person. Our success as a Firm starts with the hiring, development and retention of top talent.
Blakes welcomes applications from all qualified applicants. The Firm is committed to maintaining an inclusive work environment comprised of people with diverse perspectives, backgrounds, identities and cultures.
The Firm provides accommodation for applicants with disabilities and in respect of other protected grounds during the recruitment process in accordance with applicable laws. Please contact us to request accommodation.