Accounting Manager

Offre d’emploi originale

Oversee the firm's full-cycle accounting operations, including AP, AR, payroll, and trust accounting in compliance with Law Society of British Columbia rules. Provide financial reporting, budget monitoring, and strategic insights to leadership to support decision-making.

Détails du poste

A well-established Vancouver law firm is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee the firm’s accounting operations and support its accounting function. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accounting professional with a strong bookkeeping and accounting background to take on a key role within a collaborative professional services environment. The successful candidate will have strong hands-on accounting experience, with particular knowledge of Law Society of British Columbia requirements and trust accounting. This role is well suited to someone who is detail-oriented, proactive and comfortable managing the day-to-day accounting needs of a busy law firm while ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance. Key Responsibilities Oversee the firm’s accounting operations, including AP, AR, payroll and trust accounting Oversee full-cycle accounting, financial reporting and month-end and year-end processes Manage and maintain trust accounts in accordance with Law Society of British Columbia requirements Ensure compliance with Law Society trust accounting rules and audit requirements Develop, manage and monitor budgets and financial forecasts Manage cash flow, banking relationships and tax compliance Establish, maintain and improve internal controls, policies and procedures Prepare accurate and timely financial reporting and provide analysis of financial trends and performance Support financial systems and participate in system implementations and upgrades Oversee payroll, compensation structures, bonuses and partner distributions Coordinate year-end processes and liaise with external accountants Provide financial insights to leadership to support decision-making Develop and improve accounting processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy Requirements Post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance or a related field CPA designation or progress toward a CPA is considered an asset Minimum of 5+ years of progressive accounting or bookkeeping experience Previous experience within a law firm or professional services environment is strongly preferred Strong knowledge of Law Society of British Columbia rules and trust accounting Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting and regulatory compliance Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel Experience with ProLaw is considered an asset Excellent organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills Strong ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment Professionalism, discretion and the ability to maintain confidentiality Compensation & Benefits $85,000-$100,000, commensurate with experience. The firm also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including extended health and dental coverage, life and disability insurance, a group RRSP plan with employer matching, a Health & Wellness Account, flexible work arrangements and firm social events. For more information or to be considered for this opportunity, please apply today or contact your Hunter West consultant. We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity. Please note that we are only able to respond to those who meet the above requirements and are selected for an interview. Please note that offers of employment may be subject to background checks. All applicants must be eligible to work in Canada and reside within a reasonable commuting distance of the office. 2773

Ce que vous ferez

Oversee the firm's full-cycle accounting operations, including AP, AR, payroll, and trust accounting in compliance with Law Society of British Columbia rules. Provide financial reporting, budget monitoring, and strategic insights to leadership to support decision-making.

Exigences

Requires a post-secondary degree in Accounting or Finance with at least 5 years of progressive experience, preferably within a law firm. Strong knowledge of Law Society trust accounting and proficiency in Microsoft Excel are essential.

Avantages

• Extended health coverage • Dental coverage • Life insurance • Disability insurance • Group RRSP plan with employer matching • Health & Wellness Account • Flexible work arrangements • Firm social events

Compétences indiquées

• Résolution de problèmes · Souhaitée
• Microsoft Excel · Souhaitée

Autres compétences pertinentes

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Trust Accounting
• Financial Reporting
• Full-cycle Accounting
• Payroll Management
• Budgeting
• Financial Forecasting
• Cash Flow Management
• Internal Controls
• Tax Compliance
• Microsoft Excel
• ProLaw
• Regulatory Compliance
• Analytical Skills
• Problem-solving
• Organizational Skills
• Confidentiality

Domaines d’emploi

• Finance & Accounting
• Legal
• Management & Leadership