Accounts Payable Clerk

Location:

Preszler Injury Lawyers – Toronto

Employment Type:

Full-Time (hybrid)
Salary: $50,000.00 to $60,000.00
Position:
Accounts Payable Clerk
About Preszler Injury Lawyers  Preszler Injury Lawyers was established in 1959 by its founder, Robert P. Preszler. For over 60 years, Preszler Injury Lawyers has restricted its practice to claims arising from motor vehicle accidents, slip/trip and falls, product liability, sexual assault, wrongful dismissal, accident benefits, disability claims, and medical malpractice. Preszler Injury Lawyers exclusively represents Plaintiffs.
About the Role  We are seeking an organized, accurate, and dependable Accounts Payable Clerk to join our accounting team. The successful candidate will be responsible for processing invoices and payments, reconciling accounts, maintaining accurate financial records, and supporting general accounting activities across the firm.
This is a hands-on role for someone who is comfortable working with multiple entities, payment methods, currencies, and deadlines. The position requires sound judgment, strong follow-through, and careful attention to financial controls and confidential information.
This position is for an existing vacancy
Responsibilities:
Process and record vendor invoices, credit card expenses, and staff reimbursements in the accounting system
Complete monthly credit card and bank reconciliations
Issue vendor payments (cheques, EFTs, wires) and manage returned cheques/cheque inventory
Maintain PAD/EFT activity and support USD transactions (including exchange rate adjustments)
Prepare and send monthly invoices to independent contractors (commissions/fees/overhead)
Support intercompany billings, month-end transfers, and property-related payments/reconciliations
Coordinate insurance renewals and distribute certificates of insurance as needed
Ensure timely remittances/online filings (statutory deductions, levies, property taxes as applicable)
Provide statements and transaction support to the external accountant; maintain organized records

Qualifications & Skills   Minimum two years of accounts payable, bookkeeping, or general accounting experience
Post-secondary education in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field is an asset
Strong understanding of accounts payable processes, general ledger coding, reconciliations, and basic accounting controls
Experience using accounting software; experience with Soluno or another legal accounting system is an asset
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook
High attention to detail and a consistent commitment to accuracy
Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities
Clear written and verbal communication skills and a professional approach to working with employees, vendors, and service providers
Sound judgment and the ability to handle financial and confidential information with discretion

Experience with multi-entity accounting, intercompany transactions, or foreign-currency payments is an asset

The Ideal Candidate  The ideal candidate is methodical, accountable, and comfortable taking ownership of recurring payment and reconciliation responsibilities. You should be able to identify discrepancies, investigate issues, and follow transactions through to resolution without losing sight of deadlines.
We are looking for someone who communicates clearly, maintains organized records, and works collaboratively with colleagues across the firm. Success in this role requires reliability, adaptability, and a practical approach to solving accounting and administrative issues.