Cash Receipt Administrator Jobs

About Us:

Cassels Brock & Blackwell LLP is a leading national law firm focused on serving the transaction, advocacy and advisory needs of Canada’s most dynamic business sectors. We have one of the largest business law practices in the country, serving multinational, national and mid-market clients from our offices in Toronto, Vancouver and Calgary.

Our Culture:

At Cassels, our mission is to attract, retain and promote individuals of exceptional ability and talent from as broad a range of backgrounds as possible. We offer meaningful career opportunities, invest in professional growth, and foster an inclusive environment. Our Firm’s success is built on the unique skills, perspectives, experiences and values of each individual. We encourage a corporate culture that respects and celebrates the dignity, value and diversity of all.

Role Overview:

As a Cash Receipt Administrator in our Accounting Department at our Toronto office, you will play a crucial role in managing financial transactions and providing essential support to our team. If you're a detail-oriented professional with a passion for delivering exceptional client service, then we want to hear from you! Don't miss out on this chance to embark on a rewarding journey with Cassels.

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Ensure compliance with policy and procedures for write-offs
• Participate in testing new software or upgrades to the accounting system
• Generate ad-hoc reports and prepare monthly Cash Management Reports for all accounts
• Liaise with the bank to resolve unallocated payments
• Assist with year-end audit requests
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor, Accounts Receivable
• Secure post-dated cheques (vault) and apply them on a timely basis
• Provide exemplary customer service to internal and external clients
• Investigate and process refunds for wire payments and transfers to trust or between accounts
• Prepare, process, and apply payments received to client accounts
• Build and maintain professional relationships with lawyers and legal assistants
• Resolve payment discrepancies with internal and external clients

The successful candidate must have the following education, experience and/or demonstrated skills:

• Up to 2 years of Accounts Receivable experience in a corporate environment, law firm or professional services environment experience is an asset.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook)
• Thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Diploma in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration or equivalent experience.
• Strong client service skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships
• Demonstrates good judgment and a high degree of professionalism
• Detail-oriented and resourceful with strong organizational and analytical ability
• A collaborative team player who can also work independently
• Working knowledge of Elite, 3E or other professional accounting software is an asset

Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time

What we offer:

• Employee referral bonus.
• Diversity and Inclusion Centric Culture
• Competitive compensation + Extended Health & Dental Care
• A hybrid work environment
• Fitness Reimbursement Program
• A Culture of Wellness: Cassels recognizes the importance of wellness and provides a comprehensive program that addresses the mental and physical well-being of our employees by providing resources, services, training, and support on an ongoing basis.
• A fully stocked kitchen with healthy snacks, plus coffee, tea, and drinks throughout the year.
• A business casual dress code (client/day specific)
• Education/tuition allowance
• RRSP Matching Program

Cassels is an equal opportunity employer with a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, equity and an accessible environment. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and will provide appropriate accommodation for candidates with disabilities or accessibility needs throughout the recruitment process, upon request. Please contact our recruiter for any questions, accommodations, or specific requests.

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest, however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. We regret that we are unable to respond to individual inquiries about application status, unless required for accommodation purposes.