Description:
Role: Accounting Clerk
Reporting to: Controller
Location: Calgary
Working as part of the trust team you will be responsible for recording deposits and disbursements accurately and efficiently for trust accounts. You will also be responsible for investigating and responding to both internal and external client queries in a professional and tactful manner. As a key member of the team your role will also require you to be flexible and to assist and support other members of the team as required.
Responsibilities
Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Prepare and record bank deposits in accounting system.
- Investigate and resolve unallocated or unidentified receipts.
- Record and process outgoing trust transactions on a timely basis, verifying details as needed with legal teams to ensure that transactions are accurate, compliant with internal controls and bar association regulations.
- Prepare trust payment runs, rush cheques and wire transfers as require
- Assist in the resolution of bank reconciliation items and month-end account analysis as required.
- Support legal and administrative personnel with clarifications on trust related transactions.
- Respond and provide information/reporting as required from & to other departments of the firm.
- Propose opportunities for process improvement and actively look for ways to improve efficiency.
- Manage & maintain virtual filing of receipts/disbursements/transfers and trust email inbox
- Serve as a backup to accounting team members as required.
- Other tasks as required to assist the accounting and finance team in providing a high level of service to the firm and its clients.
Qualifications
- Cegep or university graduate preferably in a Financial related discipline;
- Minimum 2 years experience in an accounting role, preferably in trust accounting;
- Excellent communication skills both written and spoken. Knowledge of French is an asset;
- Excellent Microsoft Excel skills with preferably some exposure to accounting software;
- Demonstrate sound judgement and has the ability to develop solutions to problems and take the correct course of action where appropriate;
- Persistent and committed to completing tasks thoroughly and accurately;
- Highly analytical and with strong attention to detail;
- Ability to work well under pressure and to meet deadlines;
- Demonstrates high level of professionalism, diplomacy, trust and integrity;
- Flexible and willing to assist all team members;
Why Join Us?
Benefits
At Clyde & Co, we believe in supporting your professional growth while ensuring you have the flexibility and benefits you need to thrive. Here’s what you can look forward to:
- Hybrid Work Flexibility – Enjoy a perfect balance between remote and in-office work.
- Generous Paid Time Off – Generous paid time off, holidays, plus an annual “wellbeing” day.
- Comprehensive Health Benefits – Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
- Robust Disability Coverage – Comprehensive short-term and long-term disability plans.
- Referral Rewards – Earn generous bonuses for introducing talented colleagues to our team.
- Mentorship & Career Growth – Access strong mentorship, global training programs, and career development support.
- Engaging Culture – Participate in exciting social events, volunteer and community service initiatives, and professional development opportunities.
- Inclusive Parental Leave – Six months fully paid, for all parents regardless of gender or path to parenthood.