Robert Half is partnered with a boutique law firm who is in search of an Accountant to join their growing team. This is a full time permanent position located in the Halton Hills area. The Accountant will be responsible for the day-to-day financial operations of the firm, including billing, trust accounting, payroll, budgeting, and financial reporting. This role requires a solid understanding of legal accounting principles and trust compliance, along with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced legal environment.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in accounting, finance or related
Minimum 3 years of accounting experience in legal or professional services industry preferred
Experience with QuickBooks Online
Strong understanding of trust accounting required
Proficiency in Excel using pivot tables and VLOOKUP
Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to meet deadlines
Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Maintain accurate records for client trust accounts and perform monthly reconciliations for trust and operating accounts
Process client billing, including time entry audits, invoice generation, and follow-ups
Manage accounts receivable and assist in collections as needed
Process accounts payable and prepare payments for vendors
Manage employee expenses
Support in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
Track budgets, forecast expenses, and provide financial insights to firm leadership
Administer payroll for the office employees
Work with external CPA or tax preparer to ensure timely filing of all tax documents
Maintain organized financial records for audit or review