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Join to apply for the Intermediate Accountant role at Davies Howe LLP , a leading boutique law firm focused on land development, expropriation, litigation, and mediation, based in downtown Toronto. We are growing and looking for a dynamic and experienced finance professional to join our team. This role is part of the firms controllership function and is responsible for daytoday accounting activities, maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring compliance with applicable regulatory requirements. Duties and Responsibilities Perform monthly full cycle accounting for management company ensuring all transactions are properly recorded, including month end journal and intercompany entries. Prepare and analyze monthly profit and loss statement and balance sheet. Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations. Manage all trust ledgers and trust bank account. Process trust transactions accurately and timely according to firms policy and procedure. Ensure compliance with Law Society trust account requirements. Process vendor invoices in a timely and accurate manner in accordance with required approvals. Prepare bimonthly cash flow analysis and ensure appropriate funds are maintained in the bank accounts. Prepare and file HST/PST tax returns on a timely basis. Daily monitoring of bank transactions and ensure that all electronic cash receipts have been posted in the financial system. Support yearend process including posting of adjusting entries, preparation of audit working papers and related analytics. Respond to vendor inquiries and communicate with vendor to resolve any account related discrepancies. Communicate with manager on a frequent basis regarding accounting questions, issues and advice. Experience and Education Minimum 3 years of Legal Accounting experience is required. Accounting diploma or degree is required. Experience using PCLaw and Simplii softwares. Skills and Qualifications Solid understanding of Law Society ByLaws as they relate to Trust Accounting. Exceptional analytical and problemsolving skills with a solutionoriented approach. High degree of attention to detail. Proactive mindset and resourceful. Strong organizational and time management skills to complete work within deadlines. Microsoft Office skills, with strong Excel proficiency. Strong technical skills with the aptitude to learn new software quickly. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal) and ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with internal staff and vendors. Legal Billing experience is an asset. Team player and flexible attitude. Comfortable working 100% onsite. Application Interested candidates are invited to submit a detailed resume to . We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for interview will be contacted. Seniority level MidSenior level Employment type Fulltime Job function Accounting / Auditing and Finance Industries Legal Services #J-18808-Ljbffr