Senior Firm Accountant

Overview

Department:
Internal Accounting & Finance

Reports To:

Controller
Classification:
Full-Time, Exempt

Location:

Baltimore (Locust Point / McHenry Row)

Gross Mendelsohn, one of the Mid-Atlantic’s leading independent CPA and advisory firms, is seeking a high-performing Senior Accountant to join our Internal Accounting Department.

This is NOT a client-facing, billable role. This is a visible, high-impact internal position responsible for supporting the financial operations of a dynamic and growing professional services firm. As we continue to modernize and strengthen our internal infrastructure, this role will partner closely with the Controller and firm leadership to ensure financial accuracy, enhance reporting processes, support internal controls, and drive operational efficiency.

The Senior Accountant will play a meaningful role in maintaining the integrity of the firm’s financial operations.

The ideal candidate brings experience from an accounting firm, law firm, or other professional services environment and understands the financial workflows and operational demands unique to those settings. Strong analytical ability, systems proficiency, and professional communication skills are essential.

Recognized with nine Top Workplace awards, Gross Mendelsohn is committed to professional excellence, collaboration, and long-term growth. This opportunity offers visibility, responsibility, and the chance to contribute directly to the continued success of a respected independent firm.

• Internal Financial Operations
• Maintain accurate and timely financial records, including general ledger and subsidiary ledgers
• Manage internal accounts receivable processes, including:
• Processing client payments (ACH, portal, check, and wire)
• Applying payments within the firm's client database systems
• Monitoring and tracking failed payments and notifying appropriate partners
• Recording daily receipts and updating internal dashboards
• Ensuring all receipts are properly entered into the bank reconciliation module
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations
• Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations and supporting schedules
• Prepare journal entries for Controller review and posting
• Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and fiscal/calendar year-end close processes
• Assist with preparation of compiled year-end financial statements and supporting schedules
• Prepare special financial analyses and ad hoc reports as requested by the Controller or firm leadership

• Maintain fixed asset records within the firm's asset management software
• Record additions and disposals
• Generate fixed asset reports required for tax filings and year-end processes

• Maintain bi-weekly payroll change tracking schedules
• Cross-train and serve as backup for accounts payable processing
• Assist in ensuring payroll and vendor payments are processed accurately and timely

• Ensure compliance with firm accounting policies and professional standards
• Identify and recommend improvements to internal accounting processes and controls
• Support modernization and automation initiatives within the finance function
• Assist with documentation of accounting procedures and internal controls

• Work closely with the Controller, partners, and internal departments
• Communicate effectively across departments to support firmwide financial accuracy
• Provide professional, timely responses to internal inquiries
• Other duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field
• 3–6+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Experience working within an accounting firm, law firm, or professional services firm strongly preferred
• CPA or CPA candidate a plus