Professional Services Accounting Controller

Oversee day-to-day accounting and financial reporting for Clark Wilson LLP, supporting a collaborative professional services environment in Vancouver.

This full-time, permanent Controller position works closely with the Director of Finance and provides leadership to the Accounting team. You will balance competing priorities while delivering financial information, supporting trust accounting, and responding to Firm needs. Experience in professional services, strong communication, and careful organization are central to the role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide supervisory support and guidance to Accounting team members
• Maintain integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of financial reporting
• Prepare the annual Trust Report and coordinate examinations
• Provide financial information and collaborate across the Firm
• Undertake accounting projects and contribute to governance and policy work

Requirements:

• CPA, CA, CGA, or CMA accounting designation
• Background in a mid-sized law or professional services firm
• Experience with trust accounting procedures
• Excellent communication and collaborative, team-oriented approach
• Ability to manage responsibilities, changing priorities, and deadlines

Use professional services accounting experience and collaborative leadership to strengthen reporting and trust processes at Clark Wilson LLP.