Description
Who We Are:
Roper Greyell is one of the most well-respected and recognized workplace law practices in Western Canada. We focus on understanding our clients, their businesses, and the evolving trends and issues within their industries. We love what we do, and we enjoy working with our clients as much as we do with one another. At Roper Greyell we value and recognize the contribution made by everyone on our team. Each of us performs an important role in the success of our firm and how we determine our future.
We are currently recruiting for a Senior Accountant. This position will directly report to the Director of Finance. Successful candidates will possess a minimum of 5 years of experience as an accountant in the legal industry. The minimum education requirements for this position is a bachelor’s degree in business administration with a concentration in accounting or finance. Preference will be given to candidates who possess their professional designation (CPA).
This is a permanent and full-time position, hours will be Monday through Friday, 8.30am to 4.30pm. We offer a challenging and rewarding opportunity with a competitive compensation and benefit package. Roper Greyell is committed to our team members and in supporting all our employees in maintaining a work life balance.
Responsibilities:
- Oversight on all trust accounting with the Firm ensuring compliance with all requirements as set out by the Law Society of BC.
- Bill process lead (posting, managing trust transfers, WIP review, write-off process, etc.) collaboration with Billing Coordinator and AR Specialist to complete the monthly billing cycle in a timely manner.
- Prepares month end GL account reconciliations and journal entries.
- Daily and monthly bank reconciliations.
- Reviews AP weekly AP run.
- Responsible for regulatory reporting requirements including PST, GST, EHT, and WCB.
- Prepares financial reports and assists with budgeting as requested by senior leadership.
- Implements and maintains best accounting practices.
- Manages escalated billing and accounting matters.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 5 years of experience as an accountant in the legal industry.
- Degree in Accounting or Business Administration with a concentration in accounting or finance.
- Professional CPA designation or current enrollment in CPA PEP preferred.
- In-depth knowledge and extensive experience with trust accounting practices
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and proficiency with Word and Outlook.
- Proficiency with accounting software, Acumin preferred.
- Experience with document management systems, Worldox is an asset.
- Excellent communication skills (external and internal) with the ability to develop positive and collaborative relationships.
- Strong client service skills.
- Discretion in managing confidential information.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Excellent (and demonstrable) attention to detail.
- Ability to quickly identify problems and approach with a problem-solving attitude.
- Excellent (and demonstrable) analytical and organization skills.
Why RG:
- Professional team-oriented environment
- Business casual dress code
- Firm events
- Flexible Work Policy (after successful completion of 3-month introductory period)
- Benefits package (extended health, dental, vision, life insurance, LTD)
- Annual professional membership fees for candidates who already have their CPA designation
- Salary $85,000-$95,000 (based on experience)
How to apply: please send your application to [email protected]