FINANCE MANAGER – CONTRACT (MATERNITY LEAVE COVERAGE)

GGFI Law is looking for an experienced Finance Manager to join our team on a contract basis to cover a maternity leave. The ideal candidate will bring strong financial management expertise, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced professional environment. GGFI Law prides itself on providing a friendly, collegial work environment, competitive compensation, and opportunities for ongoing learning and development.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:

• Proven experience working as a Finance Manager or similar role
• Maintain confidentiality of financial and firm information
• Proficiency with accounting software (experience with Soluno and QuickBooks is an asset)
• Experience in a law firm is a strong asset
• CPA designation is an asset
• Excellent time management, organization, and prioritization skills
  GGFI Law is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise if you require accommodation for interview or employment purposes.
  Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
  Pay: $90,000.00-$115,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Kitchener, ON N2K 3S3: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 2025-10-1

• Manage regular financial tasks, including issuing cheques, account reconciliations and vendor payments
• Maintain trust and general accounting records in compliance with Law Society regulations
• Support real estate closings by processing trust deposits, issuing wire transfers, posting transactions in Soluno, and coordinating with the real estate team to ensure timely and accurate fund disbursement
• Oversee GIC setup and redemptions in coordination with financial institutions and lawyers
• Approve and process wire transfers and other firm-wide payments
• Support year-end financial activities, including reporting for professional corporations and external accountants
• Prepare and review financial reports and budgets
• Assist with regulatory filings such as the Law Society Annual Report and insurance renewals
• Maintain accounting software access, settings, and user permissions
• Provide backup support to general accounting team functions as needed
• Other tasks and duties as required by the firm