Accountant III (34013)

Job DetailsJob Location: Jacksonville, FL 32246Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: 4 Year DegreeTravel Percentage: NegligibleJob Shift: DayWho We Are

At KLS Martin, we offer a unique opportunity to contribute to the success of a dynamic and thriving company whose products are used daily across the world to help surgical patients. 

The KLS Martin Group is a worldwide leader in creating surgical solutions for the craniomaxillofacial and cardiothoracic fields. Surgical innovation is our passion, and we are constantly working with surgeons to improve surgical care for their patients. Our product portfolio includes titanium and resorbable implants for reconstruction, innovative distraction devices to stimulate bone lengthening, over 4,000 surgical instruments, and other surgical products designed specifically for CMF and cardiothoracic surgeons. 

KLS Martin is an innovative leader in the treatment of CMF deformities and trauma cases. We use Individual Patient Solutions (IPS) by using our proprietary IPS products where CT scans are used to custom design implants that are created specifically for that individual patient.  This technology allows our surgeons to provide the best-in-class treatment for their patients.

KLS Martin Guiding Principles


Established, Privately Held Business Group – Responsive to customers, not shareholders. KLS Martin has manufactured medical products since 1896, and we have sold our products in the United States under the KLS name since 1993. We have always been, and always will be, privately owned.
Patient Focus – We design products with the patient in mind – CMF, Thoracic & Hand
Product to Table – Integrated planning, design, manufacturing and distribution process
Educational Partner – Our primary focus for support is on education
Inventory Alliance – Inventory management is critical to patient treatment/outcome
Surgical Innovation is Our Passion – More than just a tagline


What We Offer


We provide full-time employees with a competitive benefits package, including paid parental leave
In-house training and professional development opportunities
A culture of creativity and innovation by drawing on diverse perspectives and ideas to drive surgical innovation


Job Summary

The Senior Accountant ensures the integrity, accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting across multiple operating entities within a centralized accounting structure. This role leads complex areas of the general ledger spanning all entities, drives consistency in accounting treatment and serves as a technical resource and mentor to junior accountants. The Senior Accountant strengthens internal controls, improves cross-entity processes and supports audit readiness while elevating overall team performance.

Essential Functions, Duties, and Responsibilities

Financial Close and Reporting Across Entities


Leads assigned portions of the monthly, quarterly and annual close process for multiple operating entities
Prepares and reviews complex journal entries, accruals and adjustments impacting multiple entities
Owns high-risk and judgmental balance sheet accounts and ensures timely reconciliation and resolution
Reviews and approves account reconciliations to ensure accuracy, completeness and cross-entity consistency
Investigates and resolves discrepancies and variances to drive timely resolution


Multi-Entity Accounting Oversight


Ensures consistent accounting treatment and policy application across all operating entities
Reviews and records intercompany transactions and ensures proper eliminations
Identifies cross-entity variances and performs root cause analysis
Maintains working knowledge of each entity’s operational model and financial drivers
Partners with operational leaders to understand entity-specific activity and related accounting impact


Technical Accounting and Internal Controls


Establishes and monitors internal controls across multiple operating entities to safeguard assets and ensure accurate financial reporting
Ensures adherence to accounting policies, internal controls and established procedures within the accounting team
Evaluates control effectiveness, identifies gaps and implements improvements to strengthen the control environment
Oversees controls related to cost centers, purchasing cards, journal entries and account reconciliations
Ensures financial reporting complies with US GAAP, applicable accounting standards and company policies; maintains awareness of evolving guidance and escalates complex matters to the Director of Accounting
Partners with the Director of Accounting to address control deficiencies and remediation efforts
Serves as key liaison during internal and external audit 


Team Leadership and Guidance


Provides day-to-day technical guidance to Staff and mid-level Accountants
Work carried out by junior team members for completeness, accuracy and cross entity consisten