Junior Accountant

Clio is a global leader transforming the legal experience for legal professionals. They are seeking a Junior Accountant to support accounts payable and month-end close tasks within their Finance team.

Responsibilities

• Manage the accounts payable inbox, scan invoices and statements, and all supporting documentation as necessary
• Manage electronic accounting documents, which includes: invoices, receipt documentation, vendor banking information, vendor credit applications and other ad-hoc corporate documents
• Own the invoice approval process by coordinating with various departments to ensure all invoices are properly approved
• Code invoices and employee expense reports to correct GL accounts in a timely and accurate manner
• Manage the creation and maintenance of vendor records
• Reconcile vendor statements and communicate with vendors and/or internal departments regarding discrepancies or issues
• Prepare weekly payment runs, which includes: cheque, wire, EFT, ACH, SEPA and BACs payments
• Perform semi-monthly credit card reconciliations, by working with stakeholders across the Company to ensure the accuracy, timeliness, and proper documentation of all charges incurred
• Manage the prepaid expense schedule
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and efficiencies and provide recommendations on potential cost saving opportunities; and
• Support other Finance team members with the month-end close and other ad-hoc projects
• Other duties as required

Skills

• Manage the accounts payable inbox, scan invoices and statements, and all supporting documentation as necessary
• Manage electronic accounting documents, which includes: invoices, receipt documentation, vendor banking information, vendor credit applications and other ad-hoc corporate documents
• Own the invoice approval process by coordinating with various departments to ensure all invoices are properly approved
• Code invoices and employee expense reports to correct GL accounts in a timely and accurate manner
• Manage the creation and maintenance of vendor records
• Reconcile vendor statements and communicate with vendors and/or internal departments regarding discrepancies or issues
• Prepare weekly payment runs, which includes: cheque, wire, EFT, ACH, SEPA and BACs payments
• Perform semi-monthly credit card reconciliations, by working with stakeholders across the Company to ensure the accuracy, timeliness, and proper documentation of all charges incurred
• Manage the prepaid expense schedule
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and efficiencies and provide recommendations on potential cost saving opportunities
• Support other Finance team members with the month-end close and other ad-hoc projects
• Other duties as required
• Exceptional attention to detail
• A team player attitude
• An intermediate proficiency with Excel
• A passion for your ability to deliver accurate results
• Demonstrate a keen interest in improving your craft by using AI
• Bachelor's Degree in accounting or finance preferred
• CPA program completed or in progress preferred
• Previous AP experience is an asset, but not necessary
• Experience using software such as NetSuite is a plus

Benefits

• Top-tier health benefits, dental, and vision insurance
• Hybrid work environment, with expectation for local Clions (Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto, and Dublin) to be in office minimum 2 days per week on our Anchor Days.
• Flexible time off policy, with an encouraged 20 days off per year.
• $2000 annual counseling benefit
• RRSP matching and RESP contribution
• Clioversary recognition program with special acknowledgement at 3, 5, 7, and 10 years

Company Overview