Senior Staff Accountant Job at MKIS Professional Search in Cleveland

A newly created opportunity is available for a Senior Staff Accountant seeking the next step in their career. Ideal for an experienced professional with a background in public accounting or auditing, this role offers the chance to establish new processes, drive efficiency, and grow into future management responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and execute all necessary month-end close procedures, including journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations.

• Prepare monthly financial statements, including Balance Sheet, Income Statement, and Cash Flow reports.

• Oversee reconciliation of fixed asset general ledger accounts and depreciation schedules.

• Analyze key accounts related to insurance, debt, and leases to ensure accurate financial reporting.

• Maintain daily cash activity records and assist in cash flow tracking.

• Ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting policies through periodic procedure reviews.

• Maintain accuracy of general ledger accounts through routine reconciliation and adjustments.

• Support external audits by preparing schedules and documentation.

• Review IOLTA trust accounts on a monthly basis.

• Prepare annual budgets for depreciation, insurance, taxes, and internal accounting expenses.

• Identify and support implementation of process improvements in financial operations.

• Assist in financial analysis and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.

• 2-7 years of experience in public accounting or in financial reporting, compliance, and audit.

• Big 4 -or- Lage Regional CPA experience.

• Solid understanding of financial statement preparation, month-end close, and fixed assets.

• Exceptional attention to detail and analytical problem-solving ability.

• Advanced proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; familiarity with Aderant and Sage is a plus.

• Strong communication skills and a proactive, customer-service mindset.

This hybrid role offers flexibility and is ideal for an individual who thrives in a structured yet evolving environment. If you're looking to step into a senior-level accounting role with visibility, impact, and growth potential, this opportunity is worth exploring.