Accounting Manager at GHJ (Covington, GA)

GHJ· Covington, GA· $100k–$110k·19h ago

Role details

Salary

$100k–$110k

Work type

Onsite

Job description

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.

Why work at GHJ

Culture: “#BeMore” philosophy encourages employees to be their best selves – not just work more. Emphasis on work-life balance, community engagement, and authenticity.
Hybrid/Remote Policy: Hybrid work environment is the norm; flexible arrangements for most roles. Dedicated Wellness Weeks (summer and winter) and unlimited PTO for exempt staff.
Benefits: Comprehensive benefits including health, retirement, professional development, and matching charitable donations.
DEIA: Strong commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility with internal cohorts and firmwide initiatives.
Growth Opportunities: Mentoring program, ongoing training, committee involvement (e.g., recruiting, industry teams, DEIA cohorts), and clear career paths.
Awards: Consistently named a “Best Firm to Work For,” “Top 100 Firm,” and recognized for innovation and employee experience.

About GHJ

Company Overview

One-liner: GHJ is a national advisory, accounting, and tax firm that partners with clients in niche industries to help them grow and achieve their strategic goals.
Entity Type: Private (partnership structure; no public funding rounds disclosed)
Headquarters: Los Angeles, California, United States
Founded: 1953
Founders: Not publicly available

Core Business

Primary industry/industries: Accounting, tax, and advisory services
Target customers: B2B – primarily enterprises and nonprofits in the entertainment & media, food & beverage, advertising, and nonprofit sectors
Mission or purpose statement: GHJ helps its people and clients pursue their passions, build thriving businesses, create a better future, and #BeMore every day.

Products & Services

Tax Services: Compliance, planning, and strategy for businesses and individuals.
Audit & Assurance: Financial statement audits, reviews, and compilations.
Client Accounting & Advisory Services (CAAS): Outsourced accounting, CFO advisory, and interim staffing.
Transaction Advisory Services (TAS): M&A due diligence, valuation, and private equity support.
Forensic Accounting & Litigation Support: Investigative services, expert witness testimony, and dispute resolution.
Management Consulting: Strategic planning, operational improvement, and technology advisory.

Market Standing

Valuation/Market Cap: Not disclosed (private firm)
Key Metric: Annual revenue estimated between $25M and $50M (source: LinkedIn company page)
Notable Investors/Partners: Affiliated with HLB International, a global network of advisory and accounting firms with resources in over 150 countries.
Growth Signals: 19.5% headcount growth year-over-year (230+ employees); recognized as 7th Fastest-Growing Firm; offices in Los Angeles, San Jose, Denver, Orange County, and Buffalo; expanding dispersed workforce.

Competitive Advantages

Deep industry specialization: Focus on entertainment, food & beverage, media & advertising, and nonprofits – niches where GHJ builds deep expertise and long-term client relationships.
DEIA commitment: Awarded “DEI-Focused Firm of the Year” and “Employee Experience of the Year” – diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are core to operations.
Hybrid-first culture: “Anytime/anywhere” work model with flexible arrangements, unlimited PTO for exempt employees, and dedicated Wellness Weeks.
Client proximity: Offices in key US markets plus a dispersed workforce model that allows meeting clients where they are.
Global reach via HLB: Seamless access to international resources without losing local focus.

Strategic Focus

Invest in people and technology: Deepen expertise, fuel sustainable growth, and deliver innovative solutions.
Expand advisory services: Growing Transaction Advisory Services and CAAS to meet demand from private equity and mid-market clients.
Strengthen DEIA and community impact: Through GHJ Foundation, employee grant committees, and matching donations; continue to champion an inclusive workplace.
Talent retention and development: Emphasis on mentorship, continuous learning, leadership development, and committee involvement to grow great people.

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