Accountant – Pursuing CPA

Position: Accountant – Pursuing CPA
Location: Downtown Toronto (3 days in office)
Salary: $85K to $95K depending on experience
Job Type: Permanent
Position Type: Open Vacancy

Quantum has partnered with a reputable midsize law firm client to hire a dynamic and continuous improvement-minded Accountant – Pursuing CPA with approximately 5+ years of full-cycle accounting experience in a law firm or professional services environment to join their office in downtown Toronto. Reporting to the Director of Finance, this role is responsible for managing financial records, trust accounting, billing, and compliance with legal accounting standards. Experience using Soluno or similar legal accounting software is strongly preferred.

This opportunity offers more than a traditional accounting role it is an opportunity to grow into future leadership as part of the firm’s succession planning over the next 3–5 years. The ideal candidate is someone who is eager to contribute, improve processes, and grow within a collaborative professional environment.

Key Responsibilities:

- Assist the Director of Finance in maintaining the general ledger, posting journal entries, accounts payable, and accounts receivable
- Manage payroll processing using ADP
- Perform monthly account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies
- Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes
- Prepare financial statements and management reports
- Analyze financial data and provide variance analysis
- Support budgeting and forecasting activities
- Assist with internal and external audits by preparing documentation and schedules
- Ensure compliance with accounting policies and internal controls
- Review and support accounts payable and accounts receivable processes when required
- Maintain accurate financial records in the company’s accounting system – Soluno
- Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and efficiency
- Contribute to trust accounting and compliance (LSO requirements)

Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 5+ years of accounting experience, preferably in a law firm or professional services environment
- Currently pursuing or nearing completion of CPA designation preferred
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting
- Knowledge of legal trust accounting procedures is an asset
- Exposure to billable hours, WIP management, and project-based/client billing is preferred
- Experience using Soluno or other legal accounting software
- Process improvement mindset and strong analytical skills
- High level of attention to detail and accuracy
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
- Strong communication and teamwork skills

To apply, please send your resume to Vandana Desai at vandana.desai@quantum.ca.

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