Accounts Receivable Clerk - MLTA-WPG-202405-025
MLT Aikins is a full-service law firm of more than 300 lawyers and nearly 500 additional team members across the four western provinces. Named one of Canada's best law firms by the _Globe and Mail_, MLT Aikins is the only law firm to have offices in Winnipeg, Regina, Saskatoon, Calgary, Edmonton and Vancouver. As one of the largest firms in Canada, we have the bench strength and geographic scope to meet the increasingly complex needs of clients.
Our Winnipeg office is seeking an accounting professional to join our finance team for a 16 month term. The Accounts Receivable Clerk is responsible for timely and accurate processing of a high volume of daily client payments via electronic funds transfer, wire payment, direct deposit, Interac, cheque, cash and credit card.
This position will work as a member of our Accounts Receivable Team and requires regular communication with internal customers and external clients with respect to invoice and payment details.
Responsibilities Include:
Reviewing online banking information for payment amounts and details
Applying payments on customer accounts within firm service standards
Capturing payment details for electronic storage
Handling internal and external account inquiries
Handling of cheques and bank deposits
Assisting clients with credit card payments via the telephone
Coordinating work with other members of the Accounts Receivable Team
Completing reconciliations including problem solving issues
All other duties as assigned
Qualifications Include:
Professional individual with a minimum of 1 year of related experience or equivalent education
Ability to deal with highly confidential material
Strong organizational and administrative skills
Strong attention to detail
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Working knowledge of an accounting and/or document management system would be considered an asset
Experience in a professional services firm would be considered an asset
We Offer:
A competitive salary
Comprehensive coverage for health and wellness benefits
Access to group savings plans and investment options
Our Diversity Statement
MLT Aikins is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building an inclusive and diverse work environment. Our principles of diversity, equity and inclusion creates a space for everyone to collaborate, allowing us to deliver excellent, and increasingly innovative, legal service to our clients. We encourage individuals of a diverse group to apply to our job postings when they become available.
If this sounds like you, please submit your resumé and cover letter to apply. Please note that only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
Dental care
Extended health care
Paid time off
Vision care
Schedule:
Day shift
Work Location: In person