Job Description
Advisory Services: Corporate Insolvency Administrator Monday, February 26, 2024 Riley Farber is a business advisory firm that provides practical solutions to complex financial and operating problems. We have a reputation for responsiveness and a track record of helping our clients achieve their objectives and overcome challenges.We successfully partner and work with the leadership of North American companies, their advisors, lenders, and other professionals. Our diverse team of business-savvy professionals operate seamlessly to provide services across the areas of restructuring, financial, human capital, and consulting. With offices in Toronto, and Calgary, B. Riley Farber is positioned to advise businesses across Canada. Our global alliance extends our reach and provides opportunities in North America, Europe, Asia, Africa, and beyond, reflecting the increasingly global nature of business.Position SummaryWe are currently seeking a Corporate Insolvency Administrator to join our Insolvency and Restructuring team. Insolvency experience will be considered an asset. The successful candidate should have a strong background as an executive assistant and/or legal administrative experience.Duties and ResponsibilitiesAdministration of insolvency proceedings including inputting creditor and debtor details, assets, preparation of documents, filing documents with the Official Receiver, managing deadlines, organizing mailings and newspaper advertisements, preparing affidavits, maintaining insolvency computer-based dataAnswering creditor enquiries and dealing with creditor claimsAssistance with the preparation of reports to creditors, attendance at meetings of creditors and inspectors (as required), preparation of minutes and general file review to ensure all outstanding matters are dealt with prior to assigning to closeout.Dealing with other reporting in accordance with the Bankruptcy & Insolvency Act, as well as various other government reporting requirements such as the Wage Earner Protection ProgramAct.Other support functions on insolvency engagements such as insurance filings, accounts receivable collection, financial reporting, screening related mail and responding accordingly or seeking instructions from file manager, etc.Dealing with other professionals involved in the proceedings such as legal counsel, appraisal companies, interested parties, etc.Managing the firm’s website for dissemination of information and documents on insolvency engagements.Preparation of billings for professional services rendered and the taxation of accounts by the Court.Large project organization and processing including liaising with onsite staff or outside professionals.Managing and tracking section 246 reports required in Receiverships.Dealing with receipt and distribution of OSB Certificates and Letters of Comment.Perform PPSA and corporate searches as required.Managing the Restructuring Practice Engagements ScheduleScheduling and organizing appointments, travel plans, meetings, and lunches for professional staff.Preparation of various correspondence reports and presentations and assisting professional staff with weekly time entry if requested.Dictation typing.Managing the monthly Restructuring meeting including preparing Agenda and Minutes.Records and File Management including managing contracts with providers.Managing Data Site contract with provider and creating and updating Data Rooms as required.Assisting all practice areas with any administrative tasks required (i.e. invoices, engagement letters, presentations, etc.).Registering staff for various educational conferences and marketing events and tracking of same for reporting purposes.Sharing responsibilities in some event planning and other general marketing related activities.Providing back up and temporary relief of reception duties including lunch breaks, couriers, greeting guests, processing, and distributing daily mail, cleaning up kitchen and meeting rooms, etc.Skills & Qualifications5 years of related experiencePrior experience as a Legal Assistant or Law Clerk is preferredAdvanced Excel and Office 365Excellent organization and communication skillsFlexible and able to work effectively as a team playerExcellent organizational and time management skillsConfidence in interacting with all levels of management and with external clientsCandidates enrolled in the Insolvency Administration Course with the Canadian Association of Insolvency & Restructuring Professionals (CAIRP) preferredExperience with insolvency software (Ascend preferred)EducationPost-secondary education in Office Administration or legal background (or equivalent experience)We thank all candidates for submitting their resume, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA). Farber and its entities will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.