Senior Accounting Coordinator – Law Firm – #5120

We are seeking a detail-oriented Senior Accounting Coordinator to join our clients’ Accounting

Department. Reporting to the Financial Controller, this role plays an important part in

supporting the firm’s financial operations by actively managing accounts receivable, collections

and supporting the accounting team’s day-to-day operations.

The Primary Responsibilities are:

Accounts Receivable & Collections

 Proactively manage and follow up on outstanding accounts to ensure timely payment of

invoices.

 Work closely with responsible lawyers to develop strategies for resolving outstanding

balances.

 Maintain professional communication with clients regarding billing inquiries and

payment matters.

 Prepare and distribute monthly account statements and follow up on overdue balances.

 Monitor aging reports and provide regular updates on collection activities and

delinquent accounts.

Duties supporting the Financial Controller

 Support the Financial Controller by acting as a key liaison with the accounting team and

facilitating effective communication and workflow.

 Provide guidance and support to accounting staff on questions related to accounting

processes and workflows.

March 2026 Assist in maintaining efficient day-to-day operations within the accounting department.

 Support the Financial Controller with key accounting processes, including bank

reconciliations, month-end activities, and preparation of financial reports.

 Collaborate with the Financial Controller to identify opportunities to improve collections

procedures and accounting workflows.

 Assist with trust accounting processes and help ensure compliance with Law Society

trust accounting requirements.

 Support trust reconciliations and respond to internal inquiries related to trust

transactions.

 Assist with the preparation and review of trust, bank, and accounts receivable

reconciliations.

 Generate internal reports related to collections, accounts receivable, and financial

performance.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience in accounts receivable and collections within a

professional services environment, preferably in a law firm. They will demonstrate excellent

communication skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively with both

internal stakeholders and clients. They will also bring a proactive approach to collections and a

willingness to assist the accounting team with operational and compliance matters.

Key Qualifications:

 Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration is an asset.

 Minimum 5 years of experience in accounting, accounts receivable, or collections,

preferably within a law firm or professional services environment.

 Strong understanding of billing and collections processes.

 Experience working with lawyers or professional service partners is an asset.

 Familiarity with Law Society trust accounting rules is strongly preferred.

 Knowledge of GST/PST/HST requirements is an asset.

 Experience with legal accounting software such as ActionStep Legal Accounting (Soluno).

 Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

 Ability to work independently while supporting a collaborative team environment.

 Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Salary $75K-$95K.  If you wish to apply please send your resume to the attention of Richard, to apply@rjohnsoncorp.com.

While we thank all those who apply for their time, only those who are short-listed will be contacted due to the high volume of resumes received.