Cox Palmer Looking for Financial Analyst at Halifax, NS Full Time

Cox & Palmer is a full-service, top-ranked Atlantic Canadian law firm

with the knowledge and experience clients rely upon for solid legal solutions.

The firm prides itself on a collegial work atmosphere and supportive team environment.

Our Halifax office is seeking a Financial Analyst to join our accounting department. Working as part of a collaborative team, you will:

Participate in the month end process including bank reconciliations, other general ledger account reconciliations, monthly journal entries and financial analysis;

Provide back up to the Senior Accountant (Trust & Treasury) with daily trust transactions, as required;

Assist in the preparation of the month end and ad hoc financial reports;

Participate in the annual budgeting process;

Review complex accounts payable transactions and cash receipts for accuracy. Provide support as needed;

Assist in the monthly trust function processes including recording interest income, investment fees, etc.;

Review and process employee and partner expenses;

Review and prepare reconciliations of all corporate credit cards on a monthly basis;

Respond to enquiries from lawyers, staff and vendors in a timely manner;

Participate in cross-training to provide back up for other team members as operationally required;

Complete other related duties as assigned.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum of three years’ experience in a comparable accounting role. Previous experience in a professional services firm considered an asset.

Undergraduate university degree or community college diploma in Accounting, Finance or Business.

Strong competency in the usage of MS Office, especially Excel, Adobe Acrobat Standard and accounting software programs.

Strong verbal and written communication skills with a demonstrated ability to provide superior customer service.

Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail.

Accurate and efficient data entry and keyboarding skills.

Self-starter with the ability to work independently in a dynamic environment.

Flexible, reliable and works well in a team environment.

Strong organizational and personal skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines.

Cox & Palmer provides a competitive compensation and benefits package including:

Health, Dental, Life and Disability Insurance, Employee Assistance Program

Group RRSP, Pension, and TFSA programs

This position will remain posted until successfully filled. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview willl be contacted.

Qualified candidates interested in this position should send a covering letter and resume to: Shirley Thomson

Human Resources Director halifaxrecruiting2@coxandpalmer.com

Cox & Palmer is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and is a member of the Law Firm Diversity and Inclusion Network (LFDIN) and Pride at Work Canada.