Job Description

4 days per week in office - please note that this position can also be filled in any of our offices across Canada

Are you known as a trusted professional whose work quality, rigor, and reliability are well established? Here’s an opportunity that might interest you.

You will be focussing on:

Compensation and Partner File Management

• Maintain rigorous, structured, and up-to-date documentation of associate files

• Prepare, structure and analyze the financial information required to respond to information requests related to partner files

• Prepare and analyze partner compensation schedules

• Produce and validate monthly distribution and payment files to partners, including retirement allowances and consulting fees, in accordance with applicable agreements

• Upload monthly distribution data to the payroll system

• Prepare and coordinate capital contributions and repayments and act as a point of contact with banks

• Actively participate in the continuous improvement of the Partners Office processes, policies, and practices

• Coordinate the allocation of amounts due to partners in connection with the global referral program

• Support management in all communications to partners

• Support partners in the creation of a professional corporation

Financial Accounting, Controls and Continuous Improvement

• Prepare and record month-end and year-end entries related to the Partners Office

• Develop and maintain internal controls related to partners' equity

• Support external auditors

Tax

• Assist in the preparation and follow-up of partners' tax obligations (T5013, RL-15 and other applicable slips)

• Perform rigorous reconciliations between accounting, tax and operational data

• Act as an internal expert in partnership taxation and demonstrate an ability to explain complex financial and tax information clearly and professionally

• Collaborate with external firms (accounting firms) to obtain answers to more complex tax questions from partners

• Apply to the Canada Revenue Agency for certificates of residency

What youbring to the role:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

• 5 to 8 years of relevant experience in financial accounting or financial analysis

• Expertise in partnership taxation (or strong interest in taxation)

• Experience in a similar position within an accounting or law firm is a significant asset.

• Advance command of Excel

• Highly organized and excellent priority management skills

• Demonstrated ability to structure information and communicate with clarity and professionalism when required

• Bilingualism (French/English) required

Norton Rose Fulbright is a large international legal practice with multiple offices around the world. Its clientele is also international, so we must be able to provide services in English and in French. As a result, a good working knowledge of both languages is required, since you will communicate frequently with managers and/or colleagues in other provinces or countries.

Why join our team:

• Retirement savings plan with employer contribution

• Benefit premiums paid by the firm

• Telemedicine services

• Wellness matters: Flexible health and wellness allowance that covers much more than gym memberships!

• Training and development programs based on your interests and needs

The salary bands provided reflect the typical range for this role in the region indicated. We recognize that each candidate brings a unique set of experiences and skills, and final compensation will be thoughtfully determined based on individual qualifications and current market factors. Please note that salary will be discussed and negotiated during interview.

Toronto: $81,500 - $100,700
Ottawa: $79,600 - $98,300
Vancouver: $79,600 - $98,300

Ready to join a proactive and modern firm that provides an exceptional career experience in an inclusive and collaborative environment? Come join us!

As part of a global legal practice, Norton Rose Fulbright Canada embrace a culture of excellence and client service, but always with a focus on flexibility, respect, diversity and openness. We strive to create an equitable, inclusive environment where everyone can bring their whole self to work and realize their career potential.

To find out more about how we integrate diversity, equity and inclusion in everything we do please click Diversity, equity and inclusion | Canada | Global law firm | Norton Rose Fulbright

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruiting process, please inform us in the recruitment application. We will contact you to further discuss your need.

Please note that applicants who receive an employment offer may be required during their employment with Norton Rose Fulbright to provide proof of vaccinations recommended from time to time by government or public health authorities. Norton Rose Fulbright has a duty to accommodate those who are unable to get vaccinated due to protected grounds. For applicants who require an accommodation, please contact us to discuss further.

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Please note that this job posting is being advertised to fill an existing vacancy.