Katz, Sapper & Miller Hires Chief of Ops, Finance

Jamie Ellis has joined Indiana-based Top 100 Firm Katz, Sapper & Miller LLP as chief of operations and finance.

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In his new role, Ellis will oversee the finance, HR, IT, facilities and general administrative functions of the firm.

Prior to joining KSM, Ellis was COO of a Pennsylvania law firm, and before that he served for eight years as CFO and principal at Maryland-based Top 100 Firm SC&H Group. He began his career as an auditor at Ernst & Young.

"With more than 15 years of experience in professional services, Jamie brings a deep knowledge of operational management to Katz, Sapper & Miller. His accounting and operations background is a tremendous asset for our firm," said managing partner David Resnick. "We are thrilled to have him on board." 

Ellis succeeds William Leach, who will be retiring on June 30 after a 34-year career with the firm. "Bill's dedication and service to the growth of our firm cannot be overstated," said Resnick.

Ellis holds a BS in Accounting from the Pennsylvania State University and an MBA from Loyola University Maryland.


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