Our Embrun office offers services in Real Estate, Wills and Estates, Corporate Law and Family Law.

We are currently seeking a bookkeeper/office clerk for a permanent, full-time position in our Embrun office.

Duties and responsibilities Financial Management

• Daily banking functions including issuing Trust and General cheques, bank deposits, wire transfers;
• Ensuring daily accuracy of Teraview activity and payment;
• Process cash, interac and credit card payments;
• Managing accounts payable and collecting accounts receivable;
• Government remittances such as HST;
• Completing monthly general and trust account bank reconciliations;
• Assisting with preparation and analysis of budget and financial statements;
• Reporting regularly to partners;
• Preparation of year-end documents for accountants

Office Operations

• Administering Law Society reporting (Quarterly Levy filings, Membership dues, Insurance, Annual Report);
• Maintaining inventory of office supplies;
• Opening and closing files, managing file storage;
• Organizing and maintaining accurate records for the required retention periods;
• Overseeing and coordinating office systems including: office library, photocopier/fax machines, electronic document management;
• Other clerical or administrative duties as required by management

Qualifications:

• College degree in Accounting or Bookkeeping or equivalent education and experience
• Minimum of 2 years experience as a bookkeeper
• Experience with PCLaw is an asset
• Good working knowledge of law firm processes and
• Great attention to detail, organizational skills and time-management skills
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills
• Highly dependable, able to work independently and also as part of a team
• Excellent communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Bilingualism is an asset
• Valid driver’s license and use of vehicle

Salary to be commensurate with experience.

We appreciate the interest of all candidates, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.