Senior Accountant

Firm Overview

Gross Mendelsohn is a full-service CPA and consulting firm serving businesses, nonprofits, and families. We help clients be more confident in their decision-making with our accounting and technology insight. As a locally owned and operated firm, Gross Mendelsohn is the proud recipient of eight top workplace awards and works hard to maintain a “small firm” feel for employees. The firm is committed to providing an environment of respect and compassion while encouraging employees’ desire to learn.

If you are looking to join a dynamic mid-sized public accounting firm, our Locust Point/McHenry Row location is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Staff Accountant to join our Accounting team. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting with internal accounting operations. This is a full-time, non-exempt position offering comprehensive benefits, including free parking.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, including general ledger and accounts receivable.
• Manage accounts receivable, including:
• Processing client payments, including direct payments, portal payments, and check payments
• Assisting clients with payment-related inquiries
• Applying client payments properly in the firm client database software
• Tracking failed client payments & notifying partners
• Recording of daily receipts on internal dashboards
• Ensuring all receipts are properly entered in the bank reconciliation module in the accounting software
• Perform bank account reconciliation each month-end
• Perform balance sheet account reconciliations each month-end, including preparation of journal entries for review by the Controller for monthly posting
• Assist with month-end and fiscal & calendar year-end closing schedules and processes
• Maintain firm fixed asset listings within fixed asset software, including additions & disposals; generation of fixed asset reports required for tax filings and year-end processes
• Prepare special financial reports or schedules upon the Controller’s request
• Effectively communicate with clients and other team members, including the Controller and partners, to ensure efficient operation
• Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards
• Maintain bi-weekly payroll change tracking schedule
• Cross-train and serve as backup for Accounts Payable processing
• Identify opportunities to improve internal accounting processes and procedures
• Assist with the preparation of the year-end compiled financial statements and related schedules