Accounting Clerk - Cheques & Deposits

Why BOYNECLARKE LLP?

We are a dynamic, fast-growing full-service law firm located in downtown Dartmouth, with spectacular views of the Halifax Harbour. We understand that the success and well-being of our clients and our staff is often rooted in our shared community, which is why we are deeply invested in giving back. We strengthen and support our commitment to community through various programs and initiatives, including volunteer time programs, staff-driven initiatives, and community giving to staff-selected charities each month. We also understand that work-life integration, health, and wellness play an important role in our team’s ability to be successful and maintain a healthy working environment. Through financial literacy programs, fitness classes, a wellness subsidy program, and committee-led initiatives, our colleagues thrive at BOYNECLARKE.

We offer a comprehensive benefit package that includes:

• Generous paid time off;
• Excellent benefits (some fully paid by firm, some cost-shared);
• RRSP matching program;
• Health and Wellness focus, including a wellness allowance; and,
• Flexible work-life integration

Why This Role?

We are seeking a highly attentive, organized, and motivated individual to join our Accounting team. Our ideal candidate has a love for numbers and values strong attention to detail.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

As an Accounting Clerk, responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Preparing approved general and trust cheques;
• Completing daily general and trust bank deposits;
• Accepting cash payments from clients;
• Handling and assisting with general accounting inquiries;
• Maintaining accurate filing and all related accounting duties;
• Providing backup for expense form processing, visa approvals and payments, client credit card payments, partner auto draws, posting wires, etc.; and,
• Providing general assistance to the Accounting team.

Qualifications and Skills

To be successful, you possess the following qualifications and skills:

• Diploma or other education with a focus on Accounting;
• Experience with cheques, trust accounts, deposits, processing payments, and/or a similar accounting role;
• Exceptional attention to detail and proven organizational skills;
• Superior communications skills and the ability to deal directly with clients;
• Proven ability to manage time and demonstrated ability to handle multiple priorities in a deadline driven work environment;
• Ability to be self-motivated and autonomous;
• Excellent team player who contributes positively to the team culture; and,
• Adept at using technology such as Outlook and the full Microsoft Office suite, and a talent for learning new computer programs quickly.

We're looking forward to hearing from you!