Director, Finance (Legal Firm) Downtown Toronto

Compensation Package: $175,000 - $190,000 + discretionary annual bonus + 4 weeks’ vacation + full benefits package + RSP Match + Educational Reimbursement

Team: Reporting directly to the COO | Total Accounting Team Size – 20

The Director of Finance is responsible for ensuring the efficient operations of the finance team (Accounting/Billing/Collections) and works in closely with and reporting into the COO, providing support to the management team.

Responsible for firm-wide financial reporting, general and partnership accounting, partner draws & capital accounts, general ledger, preparation of monthly and year-end financial statements, overseeing the annual budget process, the annual audit, preparation of the firm's tax filings, managing the Finance/Accounting Team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for managing all Financial, review of GL, HST/GST/VAT filings, cash flows, partners draw & capital accounts, and preparation of a variety or reports and surveys.
• Remains current with GAAP, and tax legislative changes and provide timely directions to finance staff by reviewing work as necessary.
• Works with other Accounting/Billing/Collections Supervisors in developing accounting policies and procedures and managing the day-to-day operations of each time.
• Provides leadership and directs the team in a fast-paced efficient work environment in order to meet deliverables - high-quality, accurate and time-sensitive output.
• Provides ongoing training and developmental opportunities for Finance team members.
• Year-end closing and review of general ledger, coordinate yearend audit with our auditors and review of consolidated audit, work with auditors to complete the audit on a timely basis
• Filing of tax returns for partnership Information Return for Partnership and various entities corporate tax returns.
• Stay up to date with Budgets and Tax changes and advise COO of any potential issues.
• Regular review and monitoring of the existing financial systems and invite feedback from the users.
• Conducts annual team member evaluations. Identifies and clarifies team member development needs and provides mentoring, training and direction.
• Assists with annual budget process, statutory audits and Law Society Filings.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Education & Experience:

• CPA Designated
• Minimum 10 years of experience in a senior managerial role, leading a team of finance professionals
• Law firm experience is a strong asset, other professional services will be considered
• Sound and current knowledge of accounting principles, Partnership Agreements Partnership Tax and Corporate Tax
• Able to meet deadlines and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Excellent analytic and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Advanced knowledge of Excel