About this role
GHJ Search and Staffing serves as the recruitment division of GHJ, a prominent national accounting and advisory firm. Our team provides qualified Accounting and Finance professionals on a temporary and permanent basis across a broad range of industries. GHJ’s relationship with our Global Advisory and Accounting Network provides the resources needed to better understand client’s needs, attract a higher caliber of candidates and assess candidate potential.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise and delegate responsibilities across the accounting team
- Lead month-end and year-end close and ensure reporting deadlines are met
- Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash receipts, and related reconciliations
- Review balance sheet and income statement activity with the Corporate Controller
- Prepare financial analysis and special reporting for management
- Oversee ACH payments, wire transfers, and cash activity
- Prepare payroll journal entries, accruals, and other adjusting entries
- Support annual budgeting and financial planning
- Prepare year-end schedules and supporting documentation for the external tax accounting firm
- Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, accuracy, and efficiency
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field, or equivalent relevant experience
- Strong hands-on accounting experience with knowledge of AP, AR, general ledger, and financial reporting
- Previous experience supervising or leading accounting staff
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Highly organized with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and accounting systems; QuickBooks experience preferred
- Strong communication skills and a collaborative, professional approach
Why Join?
- Temp-to-hire opportunity with potential for a long-term position
- Broad ownership across accounting operations and financial reporting
- Opportunity to lead and develop an accounting team
- Direct partnership with the Corporate Controller and exposure to financial planning and analysis