Accounting Clerk

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  Location

  (CANADA) and Waterloo

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  Job Reference

  22093

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  Functional Area/Experience

  Business, Accounting & Finance / 2 Years

Job Description & Qualifications

As a recognized national business law firm, we support, grow, and impact our communities through our work. We help entrepreneurs, companies, and professionals shape and build the Canadian economy.

When you start a career with Miller Thomson, you join a firm that puts its people first. We provide the opportunity to influence the course of your career, community, and workplace with the support and backing of a national organization. While teamwork and collaboration are hallmarks of our culture, we accept and encourage individuality. You can expect a friendly, safe, and supportive environment where your colleagues will rally around to help you succeed.

Find the spark that will propel your career to new heights. Apply today to join a firm that is dedicated to you.

We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to join our team in our Waterloo Office.

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 month-end & year-end billing support. 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 e-billing issues for clients.

A/R and AP Support

• Assists with the daily processing of the Accounts Receivable and WIP write-offs. Reviews the Bad Debt Write Off forms & Pre-bills to ensure they have been approved and then processes the write-offs in Aderant;
• Provide coverage for other Accounting Clerks including Cash Receipts Clerk during lunch hours or vacation period;
• Prepares cheques & out-going 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 year-end audit requests & ad-hoc reports;
• Post real estate and civil levies;
• Assist with bank and corporate credit card reconciliations.

Special Projects and Other Duties:

• 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;
• Flexible working options;
• Maternity Leave Top-up;
• A Firm matching Group Retirement Savings plan;
• An individual TFSA with low fund management fees and competitive investment options;
• Employee Assistance Program to support you and your family;
• A wellness spending account to foster employee well-being;
• Professional Development opportunities;
• Employee appreciation events;
• Charitable giving 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 equal-opportunity employer and is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility.

While we thank all applicants for their interest, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to queries individually, and only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls or agencies, please.

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.