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MKIS Professional Search

Senior Staff Accountant

MKIS Professional Search, Cleveland, Ohio, us, 44101

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Build. Lead. Grow. Your Next Career Move Starts Here. This is a

newly created position

which means you won't just fill a role, you'll define it. We're seeking a Senior Staff Accountant ready to step beyond the routine and into a position where you'll establish processes, drive operational excellence, and carve a clear path toward management leadership.

Must be either a US Citizen or Green Card holder.

Must have Aderant or Elite 3E experience

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

Ground-Floor Impact

Shape accounting operations from the foundation up

Clear Growth Trajectory

Built with future management responsibilities in mind

Hybrid Flexibility

Balance in-office collaboration with remote productivity

Strategic Visibility

Work directly with leadership on high-impact initiatives

What You'll Own Financial Operations Leadership You'll be the driving force behind accurate, efficient month-end processes and financial reporting. This isn't just number crunching. It's strategic accounting that informs business decisions and sets the standard for financial excellence.

Core Responsibilities:

Lead the complete month-end close cycle: journal entries, accruals, and comprehensive account reconciliations

Prepare financial statements (Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Cash Flow) with precision and clarity

Maintain general ledger accuracy through proactive reconciliation and adjustments

Monitor daily cash activity and support cash flow tracking

Technical Expertise

Oversee fixed asset accounting, including GL reconciliation and depreciation schedules

Analyze complex accounts (insurance, debt, leases) to ensure reporting accuracy

Review IOLTA trust accounts monthly with meticulous attention to compliance

Prepare annual budgets for depreciation, insurance, taxes, and accounting operations

Audit & Compliance

Support external audits with well-organized schedules and documentation

Ensure adherence to internal controls and accounting policies through regular reviews

Maintain the highest standards of financial integrity and regulatory compliance

Process Innovation

Identify inefficiencies and champion process improvements

Build scalable accounting procedures as the organization evolves

Contribute to financial analysis and strategic projects that drive business growth

What You Bring Required Background:

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Experience:

2-7 years in public accounting or corporate financial reporting, compliance, and audit

Pedigree:

Big 4 or large regional CPA firm background

Technical Skills:

Expert-level Excel, Word, PowerPoint; Aderant and Sage experience a strong plus

CPA highly preferred

Your Success DNA: Deep knowledge of financial statement prep, month-end close, and fixed asset accounting

Exceptional attention to detail with analytical problem-solving prowess

Proactive mindset with a customer-service orientation

Strong communicator who builds trust across teams

Self-motivated professional who thrives in structured yet dynamic environments

Process-oriented thinker always looking for better ways to work

Why You'll Thrive Here For the Career Builder:

This role is intentionally designed as a springboard to management. You'll gain exposure to strategic decision-making while building the foundation for leadership.

For the Process Optimizer:

Because this is a new position, you'll have real influence in shaping how things are done. Your ideas matter from day one.

For the Accounting Professional:

Work with sophisticated accounting systems, complex financial structures, and meaningful projects that showcase your expertise.

For the Flexibility Seeker:

The hybrid model gives you the best of both worlds: collaborative in-office days balanced with focused remote work time.

Ready to Make Your Move? If you're an accomplished accountant who's ready to step up, lead initiatives, and build something meaningful, this is your opportunity. Bring your Big 4 or regional firm training, your technical excellence, and your ambition to grow and help us establish world-class accounting operations.

This isn't just another accounting job. It's your next career chapter.

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