Associate Accountant (Client Advisory Services)

Company: Meaden & Moore
Location: Cleveland
Posted on: January 16, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Firm: Meaden & Moore is a leading CPA and business consulting firm, recognized for excellence in both the workplace and with our clients. We are a nine-time winner of The Plain Dealer’s Top Workplaces, a seven-time recipient of Ohio Magazine’s Best Places to Work and consistently ranked among the Top 50 Best of the Best Firms by Inside Public Accounting. These accolades highlight how our firm is managed and reflect our commitment to fostering a supportive and dynamic environment—one that nurtures career growth and provides long-term opportunities for advancement, leadership, and potential ownership. Since 1919, we have been dedicated to delivering exceptional professional services across accounting, tax, forensic, and consulting disciplines. Our expert team—CPAs, CFEs, CFFs, advisors, and auditors—brings deep expertise, insight, and tailored strategies to help clients navigate complex challenges, enhance business success, and thrive in today’s global economy. Opportunity: We are currently seeking an Associate Accountant to join our Client Advisory Services group that provides outsourced accounting services. This is an entry level accounting position where there will be daily, weekly, and monthly recurring tasks to support multiple clients. The Associate Accountant will work with Managers, Senior Managers, and the Director who will provide client oversight and assist clients with accounting, Controller and CFO support as required. QuickBooks Online (QBO) is the primary technology, but there are opportunities to learn new software automation tools as well as other ERP systems. Responsibilities: Processes daily transactions (A/P and A/R) for clients using QBO. Adopt best practices for efficiency and accuracy by using QBO automation. Payroll preparation utilizing payroll software. Reconciles various general ledger, bank, investment, and credit card accounts. Prepares or assists in the preparation of sales/use and Ohio CAT taxes. Assists with preparation of internal client financial statements. Comply with firm administrative policies. Qualifications: High school diploma required. Associate Degree in Accounting required or equivalent experience. QuickBooks Professional Advisor certified. Certified Bookkeeper, preferred. The ability to effectively communicate and interact with all levels in the organization. Proficient knowledge and utilization of software programs including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) as well as QuickBooks Online. Experience with payroll and other software including Bill.com. Solid mathematical aptitude. Strong organizational skills, detail oriented. Must be a self-starter, being able to work independently as well as on a team. The ability to prioritize and meet set deadlines. The ability to be flexible, multi-task, handle interruptions and problem solve. The ability to learn and utilize new software, or new features in existing software. The ability to embrace change and suggest changes in processes and procedures to improve efficiency. Benefits and Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Our human capital is the most valuable asset we have. The collective sum of the individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, inventiveness, innovation, self-expression, unique capabilities and talent that our employees invest in their work represents a significant part of not only our culture, but our reputation and company’s achievement as well. We embrace and encourage our employees’ differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our employees unique. Benefits/Compensation: Determining actual compensation relies on many factors including individual candidate experience, qualifications, and comparable benchmarks. Base compensation for this role typically ranges between $25 - $30 an hour. Additionally, we offer a generous incentive program and various other bonus opportunities which reward exceptional performance. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes your choice of medical programs, generous PTO and holidays, 401k matching, profit sharing, various perks, and several bonus opportunities.

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