Senior Staff Accountant

Benesch Law•Cleveland, OH

29d•Hybrid

About The Position

Benesch is a law firm that prides itself on exceeding expectations and building trust with both clients and employees. The firm has been recognized on Chicago and Cleveland's Top Workplaces lists and the AmLaw 150 list. Benesch offers a hybrid schedule, career development, transparent leadership, and celebrates diversity, equity, and inclusion. The firm is one of the fastest-growing in the nation with offices in Chicago, Columbus, San Francisco, New York City, and Wilmington. This newly created Senior Staff Accountant position in the Cleveland office offers a challenge for a senior-level accountant looking to advance their career towards management responsibilities. The role supports the Senior Manager/Assistant Controller in managing the monthly financial closing process, preparing account reconciliations, preparing financial statements, and implementing accounting controls.

Requirements

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.
Great customer service attitude and ability to communicate effectively with team members is essential

Nice To Haves

Experience with Aderant and Sage software is helpful

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.