Job Description
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What We Do.
Smart & Biggar has been at the forefront of intellectual property (IP) and technology law for over 125 years. We practice in every area of IP on behalf of an exceptional international clientele, and we are consistently ranked as Canada’s leading IP firm. We are committed to hiring people with different backgrounds and experience, who represent the best talent in their field.
We are part of the IPH Group. IPH Limited is the holding company for intellectual property (“IP”) and associated companies offering a wide range of IP services and products. IPH companies employ a highly skilled multidisciplinary team of over 1,200 people in Australia, Canada, China, Hong Kong SAR, Indonesia, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore, and Thailand. IPH companies service a diverse client base of Fortune Global 500 companies, multinationals, public sector research organizations, SMEs, and professional services firms worldwide.
We are passionate about what we do and what we can achieve. The IPH Group is committed to promoting and maintaining a workplace culture of shared respect across companies to enable us all to feel valued and be the best we can be.
The Opportunity.
Smart & Biggar is currently looking for an experienced Accounts Receivable Specialist (Trust Administration) to join our National Finance Team.
This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with strong expertise in trust administration and accounting who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and is committed to accuracy, compliance, and exceptional client service.
Responsibilities.
• Process and reconcile trust transactions, including trust disbursements
• Apply cash receipts accurately and ensure proper allocation across client accounts
• Ensure full compliance with Law Society rules and regulations related to trust accounts
• Complete month-end trust reconciliations
• Act as a resource for internal staff regarding client and trust account inquiries
• Assist with finance-related projects and administrative tasks as required
Qualifications, competencies and experience.
• Accounting and/or finance education
• 5+ years related work experience in accounts receivable
• Proficiency in French and English (as the firm serves a predominantly international clientele whose language of communication is English, fluency in English is a requirement)
• High proficiency with MS office, familiarity with Elite 3E is a plus
• Able to multitask and work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Great attention to detail, highly motivated and proactive
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Smart & Biggar offers a comprehensive total rewards package including:
• A competitive compensation structure based on transparency, clarity and fairness;
• A flexible benefits program (effective from day one);
• A fitness subsidy;
• Personal days to help balance personal and professional commitments.
Smart & Biggar is a proud member of the Law Firm Diversity and Inclusion Network (LFDIN), working to promote diversity and encourage a culture of inclusion in our Firm and the broader legal profession.
We welcome applications from all qualified individuals. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
