Benesch Law · 1 week ago
Senior Staff Accountant
Cleveland,OH,US
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$87K/yr - $117K/yr
5+ years expBenesch Law is a rapidly growing firm recognized for its commitment to excellence and employee satisfaction. They are seeking a Senior Staff Accountant to manage the monthly financial closing process, prepare financial statements, and implement accounting controls, while also supporting external audits and identifying financial process improvements.
Law Practice
Responsibilities
Performs all necessary closing procedures for Month-end Close including journal entries, account reconciliations and accruals. Ensures timely and accurate completion of month-end closing process
Prepares monthly financial statements including Balance Sheet, Cash Flow and Income Statements
Reviews the monthly reconciliation of fixed asset general ledger accounts and the summary of fixed assets and depreciation
Analyzes financial statement accounts to ensure accurate reporting of accounts including insurance, debt and leasing balances
Maintains daily cash sheet accounts
Reviews accounting department procedures to ensure compliance with internal controls and Firm policies
Responsible for the overall maintenance of the general ledger accounts including the process of account reconciliation to ensure accuracy
Supports external audits with audit schedule preparation and providing documentation for outside auditors
Reviews IOLTA trust bank accounts monthly
Prepares the annual budget for depreciation, insurance, CAT/Sales tax and other accounting department expenses
Helps to identify and implement financial process improvements
Provides thorough analysis and support of financial projects
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting
Minimum of 5 years of Big 4 accounting experience or demonstrated expertise in financial reporting, compliance and audit coordination
Experience in preparation of Financial Statements, month-end closing process, general ledger and fixed assets
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
Advanced proficiency in MS Office products, including Excel, Word and PowerPoint are essential for this position. Experience with Aderant and Sage software is helpful
Great customer service attitude and ability to communicate effectively with team members is essential
Benefits
Discretionary bonus
Comprehensive benefits package
Company
Benesch Law
Benesch is an Am Law 200 business law firm and limited liability partnership with offices in Chicago, Cleveland, Columbus, New York, San Francisco and Wilmington.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Adam Primm
Partner
Adam Saurwein
Partner
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