Feeny
GHJ

Accounting Manager at GHJ (Santa Monica, CA)

GHJ· Santa Monica, CA·

Role details

Work type
Onsite
Employment
Temporary

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.

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

Salary/Compensation: $100,000 annual equivalent

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.

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