Current Opportunities

We are currently seeking an Accounts Receivable Coordinator to join our team on a full-time basis. Reporting to the Accounting Manager – Financial Planning & Analysis, the Accounts Receivable Coordinator is responsible for cash collections, addressing account discrepancies, and reviewing and finalizing invoices. The Accounts Receivable Coordinator is an integral point of contact for the Firm’s internal stakeholders and serves as an ambassador when connecting with our clients. The Accounts Receivable Coordinator must be professional, personable, and highly organized while exercising a high degree of confidentiality in all matters.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Processes cash collections (via cheque, electronic payment transfer, and credit card), matches payments to the appropriate invoice as per the remittance advice, and ensures all payments have been applied correctly in the finance system in a timely and accurate manner
• Assists in the distribution of the monthly reminder statements
• Verifies and resolves account discrepancies, such as over/short payments, unapplied amounts, refunds, and other adjustments
• Reviews and finalizes invoices in accordance with the Firm’s billing processes
• Provides backup support to the additional accounting functions under the direction of the Accounting Manager – Financial Planning & Analysis and in compliance with financial policies and procedures, as required
• Recommend changes in pursuit of continuous improvement
• Creates and upholds positive working relationships with all external and internal stakeholders
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Skills Required:

• Understanding of basic accounting principles obtained through post-secondary business education and/or work experience is required
• Effective and efficient data entry skills with a high level of attention to detail is required
• Demonstrates accountability for assigned work, proactively communicates competing priorities or delays, and promptly escalates unresolved issues when assistance or direction is required
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills are required
• Experience in a professional services firm is considered an asset
• Previous experience working with enterprise financial systems, financial reporting tools, and spreadsheets, including intermediate functions (such as pivot tables, charts, lookups, and macros) preferred
• Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to anticipate work needs and interact professionally and collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders
• Asset – Knowledge of eBilling

We are committed to addressing the importance of diversity and inclusion. If you identify with any of the following designated groups, we encourage you to self-declare in confidence within your cover letter or resume: Women, Indigenous Peoples, Members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ Community, Persons with a Disability, Visible Minorities.

We are committed to providing barrier-free access and engaging in accessible employment practices. Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to any of the materials or activities used throughout our selection process.

Pitblado Law offers a friendly work environment, competitive salary, and an excellent benefits package, including a RRSP/DPSP plan.

Interested candidates are invited to submit a resume, in confidence, stating salary expectations by emailing: [email protected]

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only individuals under consideration will be contacted.

We are currently seeking a motivated Corporate Services Assistant to join our team.

Reporting to the Corporate Paralegal, your key responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following:

• Prepare and file annual returns, annual resolutions, and related corporate maintenance documents for Manitoba, federal, and extra-provincial corporations.
• Prepare and file notices of change, including changes to directors, officers, and registered office information.
• Conduct business name reservations, registrations, renewals, limited partnership renewals, and related follow-up.
• Conduct corporate searches in Manitoba, Canada, the United States, and other jurisdictions as required.
• Update minute books, ledgers, registers, and corporate records, including simple director and officer updates.
• Review and maintain corporate files, including scanning and filing key corporate documents and assisting with file openings and closings.
• Receive, review, and respond to routine corporate services inquiries, escalating more complex matters to Corporate Paralegals as appropriate.
• Prepare correspondence, invoices, reports, and billing related to corporate filings, registrations, renewals, and searches.
• Review and update corporate database records, including annual return tracking, business name expiry dates, year-end information, accountant information, and other relevant corporate details.
• Provide general administrative support to the Corporate Services team, including organizing files, ordering certificates or seals, and assisting Lawyers and Paralegals as required.

Experience and Qualifications:

• Post-secondary diploma or certificate from a recognized Legal Assistant or Paralegal program;
• A minimum of one year experience in a Law Firm environment is considered to be an asset;
• Strong communication skills;
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy;
• Excellent organization and time management skills;
• Strong computer skills and proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Outlook;
• Ability to multi-task and work productively.

We are committed to addressing the importance of diversity and inclusion and fostering a workplace that reflects the strength and diversity of our community and our clients. If you identify as a member of a diverse group, including any of the following designated groups, we encourage you to self-declare in confidence within your cover letter or resume: Women, Indigenous Peoples, Members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ Community, Persons with a Disability, Visible Minorities.

We are committed to providing barrier-free access and engaging in accessible employment practices. Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to any of the materials or activities used throughout our selection process.

Pitblado Law offers a friendly work environment, competitive salary, and an excellent benefits package, including a RRSP/DPSP plan.

Interested candidates are invited to submit a resume, in confidence, stating salary expectations by emailing: [email protected]

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only individuals under consideration will be contacted.

As a Legal Assistant (Floater), you will provide legal administrative and clerical support to lawyers in various practice areas. Experience in the areas of Corporate Commercial or Litigation matters is considered an asset. If you have 1+ years experience in a law firm environment, have a strong work ethic, are self-motivated and eager to learn, we want to hear from you.

We are committed to addressing the importance of diversity and inclusion and fostering a workplace that reflects the strength and diversity of our community and our clients. If you identify as a member of a diverse group, including any of the following designated groups, we encourage you to self-declare in confidence within your cover letter or resume: Women, Indigenous Peoples, Members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ Community, Persons with a Disability, Visible Minorities.

We are committed to providing barrier-free access and engaging in accessible employment practices. Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to any of the materials or activities used throughout our selection process.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft, transcribe, and revise correspondence and legal documents from instructions and precedents;
• Performing due diligence searches (The Property Registry (TPR), Land Titles Office, Companies Office, Bank Act, Bankruptcy, Taxes, and King’s Bench)
• Proofread, edit, and format documents;
• Maintain an established filing system, manual or electronic;
• Open and close files, conduct conflict searches, regular entry of lawyer timesheets and billing;
• Liaise with staff, clients, outside agencies, and the general public;
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality and discretion at all times; and
• Other duties, as required.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education from a recognized Legal Administrative Assistant or Paralegal program;
• 1+ years experience in the area of Corporate Commercial or Litigation matters is considered an asset;
• Strong written and verbal communication skills;
• Excellent proofreading skills (typographical, spelling, grammatical, word usage, and formatting errors);
• Strong organizational skills, the ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines;
• Ability to multi-task, display initiative and use sound judgment;
• Ability to work well independently and follow instructions with little supervision;
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of MS Office; and
• Ability to maintain confidential information and discretion.

Pitblado Law offers a friendly work environment, competitive salary, and an excellent benefits package, including a RRSP/DPSP plan.

Interested candidates are invited to submit a resume, in confidence, stating salary expectations by emailing: [email protected]

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only individuals under consideration will be contacted.