Job Description

Job Title: Director of Finance

Job #: 16732

Job Type: Full time, permanent

Location: Toronto

Salary: Commensurate with experience

Benefits: Excellent benefits

Remote Flexibility: Hybrid Remote Flexibility

Client Profile

Our client, a reputable Toronto firm is currently looking for a Director of Finance. This firm has an excellent culture and a lot of career development opportunities.

- Leading law firm specializing in Insurance Litigation, Corporate Law, Commercial & General     Litigation, Family Law, and Real Estate.

- Recognized as one of Canada’s Best Law Firms 2023.

- Office conveniently located in Toronto’s Financial District!

Duties and Responsibilities:

-           Work with the Management Committee to monitor risk management policies and procedures to ensure organizational risks are minimized through effective controls;

-           Drive continuous improvement in financial processes and systems to enhance efficiency and integrity;

-           Drive continuous improvement in financial processes and systems to enhance efficiency and integrity;

-           Responsible for managing all financial aspects of the Firm, including review of GL activity, cash flow monitoring, partners draw and capital accounts, lawyer and partner compensation, and preparation of a variety or reports and analysis;

-           Preparation of accurate and timely budgets, financial statements and reports, and ongoing analysis of same;

-           Preparation and filing of Partnership Information returns and corporate tax returns;

-           Work with external auditors to complete annual audits;

-           Provide financial analysis to assist with client RFPs;

-           Liaise with the Firm’s bankers and vendors;

-           Sit on various internal committees to provide insight from a financial perspective;

-           Work with accounting/billing/collection specialists in developing accounting policies and procedures and managing the day-to-day operations of the department;

-           Provide leadership and direct the team in a fast-paced efficient work environment;

-           Perform other related duties as required.

Requirements:

-           CPA Designation required;

-           10+ years of experience in financial management, preferably within a law firm or professional services environment;

-           Strong knowledge of financial principles, practices, and regulations;

-           Able to meet deadlines and handle multiple tasks simultaneously;

-           Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills;

-           Strong leadership skills and the ability to operate both strategically and tactically;

-           Proficiency in financial software (Prolaw) and Microsoft Office Suite;

-           Advanced knowledge of Excel;

-           Strong communication skills (both written and verbal); and

-           Excellent time management, organizational, interpersonal and prioritization skills.

How To Apply:

Kindly email your MS Word resume to kentreg@kentlegal.com, and quote Opportunity #16732 in the subject line of your email. If you are already registered with Kent Legal, please get in touch with your recruitment consultant.

Thank you for your interest in this role. Please note that only qualified candidates will be invited for a meeting. Continue to visit our website at www.kentlegal.com for new employment opportunities.