Law Firm Accountant – Accounts Receivable & Collections (Maternity Leave Contract)

Salary: $70,000–$85,000 per year

We are currently seeking an experienced Law Firm Accountant to join an established law firm for a maternity leave contract.

This position will play an important role in managing accounts receivable and collections while supporting the day-to-day operations of the accounting department.

The ideal candidate will bring strong accounting and collections experience, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively with legal professionals, clients, and accounting team members. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys taking ownership of their responsibilities while contributing to the overall efficiency of a busy accounting department.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Receivable & Collections

• Proactively manage outstanding accounts receivable and follow up on overdue invoices to ensure timely payment.
• Work closely with lawyers to develop effective strategies for resolving outstanding balances.
• Communicate professionally with clients regarding billing inquiries, outstanding accounts, and payment arrangements.
• Prepare and distribute monthly account statements and follow up on overdue balances.
• Monitor accounts receivable aging reports and provide regular updates on collection activities.
• Identify opportunities to improve collections procedures and overall accounts receivable management.

Accounting & Financial Operations

• Support the day-to-day operations of the accounting department, ensuring efficient processes and workflows.
• Assist with communication and coordination between accounting team members and management.
• Provide guidance and assistance to accounting staff regarding accounting procedures and processes.
• Assist with bank reconciliations, month-end procedures, and financial reporting.
• Support trust accounting activities in accordance with applicable Law Society requirements.
• Assist with trust, bank, and accounts receivable reconciliations.
• Prepare internal reports relating to collections, accounts receivable, and financial performance.
• Assist with identifying and implementing improvements to accounting processes and departmental efficiencies.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 5 years of experience in accounting, accounts receivable, or collections, preferably within a law firm or professional services environment.
• Strong understanding of accounts receivable management, billing procedures, and collections practices.
• Experience with Soluno legal accounting software is highly desirable.
• Experience working directly with lawyers or other professional services partners would be an asset.
• Familiarity with Law Society trust accounting requirements is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of GST, PST, and HST requirements would be beneficial.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to handle sensitive financial discussions professionally and diplomatically.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• A proactive, solutions-oriented approach with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• A degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration would be an asset.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accounting professional who enjoys a combination of accounts receivable management, collections, and broader accounting responsibilities within a professional law firm environment.

To Apply

Please send your resume in confidence to apply@rjohnsoncorp.com, attention Richard.

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.