Legal Accounting Administrator

Our client a well-established downtown Vancouver law firm specializing in foreclosure collections and insolvency matters is seeking a Legal Accounting Administrator to join their growing team. This position is ideal for an experienced accounting professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced legal environment and possesses strong skills in legal billing trust accounting reconciliations and financial administration.

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the firms accounting operations ensuring the accurate handling of client billing trust transactions accounts receivable and general accounting functions while maintaining compliance with Law Society accounting regulations.

• Prepare review and process client invoices and statements.
• Post and reconcile billing transactions within the firms accounting system.
• Monitor and follow up on outstanding accounts and collections.
• Process client payments credit card transactions and electronic deposits.
• Assist lawyers and staff with billing inquiries and account adjustments.

• Process trust deposits receipts withdrawals and transfers.
• Maintain accurate trust accounting records in accordance with Law Society requirements.
• Prepare and reconcile trust accounts on a regular basis.
• Ensure compliance with trust accounting procedures and internal controls.

• Perform monthly bank reconciliations for both general and trust accounts.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies promptly and accurately.
• Process electronic fund transfers wire payments and bank deposits.
• Assist with month-end and year-end accounting procedures.

• Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation.
• Assist with accounts payable and expense processing.
• Prepare financial reports and summaries as required.
• Support internal audits and external accountant requests.
• Contribute to process improvements and accounting efficiencies.

• Maintain filing and financial record systems.
• Communicate professionally with clients lawyers financial institutions and third parties.
• Assist with special projects and other accounting-related duties as assigned.

• Post-secondary education in Accounting Bookkeeping Finance or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of accounting experience preferably within a law firm or professional services environment.
• Experience with legal billing and trust accounting is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of Law Society trust accounting requirements is considered an asset.
• Experience with PCLaw or similar legal accounting software is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and bookkeeping procedures.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 particularly Excel.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to prioritize competing deadlines and manage a high volume of work.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Professional dependable and team-oriented approach.

• Competitive salary ranging from $55000 to $75000 depending on experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Opportunity to work with an established and respected Vancouver law firm.
• Long-term career growth and professional development opportunities.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated accounting professional seeking a stable and rewarding role within a specialized legal practice.

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