Accounting Clerk - Waterloo, Canada - Miller Thomson LLP

Miller Thomson LLP

Verified Company

Waterloo, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Our
Waterloo office is looking for an
Accounting Clerk to join our
Finance team

This role is responsible for assisting the accounting sub-teams (Billing, Accounting Support, AP etc.) with the daily processing of bills, on-going Aderant accounting system maintenance and AP/AR back-up coverage.

Key responsibilities:

Billing Support_
Provides monthend & yearend billing support to Markham billing. Checks for signatures, fee reduction approvals, correct tax codes and ensure the information balances in the Aderant system before posting;
Assists with the process of electronic bills. Submits invoices through the electronic billing Hub or system used by the client via internet;
Responsible for the coordination and resolution of ebilling issues for clients.
A/R and AP Support_
Assists with the daily processing of the Accounts Receivable and WIP writeoffs. Reviews the Bad Debt Write Off forms & Prebills to ensure they have been approved and then processes the writeoffs in Aderant;
Provide coverage for other Accounting Clerks including Cash Receipts Clerk during lunch hours or vacation period;
Prepares cheques & outgoing wires and processes electronic deposits.
General Accounting & Accounting Systems_
Assists with the testing & implementation of new software that interfaces with Aderant and new versions of Aderant;
Assists the financial reporting group with yearend audit requests & adhoc reports;
Post real estate and civil levies;
Assist with bank and corporate credit card reconciliations.
Special Projects and

Other Duties:
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Other duties and project requests by the Accounting Supervisor or Chief Financial Officer.

What you'll bring:

College diploma in accounting or minimum 3 years work experience in an accounting department (billing, AP, AR etc.). Law firm experience preferred;
Knowledge of basic accounting principles;
Intermediate skills in MS Excel, knowledge of Prebill Manager and Aderant is considered an asset;
Dedication to providing quality work product for clients and internal stakeholders;
Strong communication skills;
Exceptional customer service skills;
Prioritization skills in a very busy and multi faceted environment;
Strong attention to detail, with the understanding that incorrect billing can affect client relationships;
Must be able to work both as a team player and independently.

What we offer:

We believe in the importance of a Total Compensation package, ensuring our mix of salary, benefits, and perks are competitive within the market as well as a work-life balance

We offer:

A comprehensive Benefits package that includes Health, Dental and Vision Care, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance, Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance, 3+ Weeks' Vacation and 10 Personal Days;
A Diverse and Inclusive Workplace;
A Firm matching Group Retirement Savings plan and TFSA;
Childcare, eldercare and family resources to support you and your family;
A wellness reimbursement program to foster employee wellbeing as well as a perks program through Perkopolis;
Professional development opportunities through MT Learn;
Flexible working options;
Special appreciation events/celebrations;
Charitable savings programs.

Who we are:

Miller Thomson LLP is one of Canada's fastest-growing national business law firms, with ten offices across the country.

Our consistent ability to provide practical, creative and cost-effective advice, combined with an unyielding service commitment to our clients and a strong dedication to our lawyers, staff and the communities in which we practice, gives us a unique position in the Canadian legal industry.

Miller Thomson LLP is an equalopportunity employer and is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility._
Miller Thomson will provide accommodation on request throughout the recruitment, selection and assessment process for applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodation, please inform our Talent department of the nature of the accommodation that you may require, to ensure your equal participation._