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title: 'AP Specialist at GHJ'
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# AP Specialist at GHJ

- **Company:** GHJ
- **Location:** Alpharetta, GA
- **Employment:** full-time
- **Work type:** hybrid
- **Posted:** 2026-11-03
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-11-05
- **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/ghj/29522118-3f1d-4ba9-9f51-dc146d68b605

## Job description

We are working with an organization in the Alpharetta area seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to support its accounting operations. This hybrid opportunity is ideal for a highly organized professional with experience processing invoices, maintaining vendor records, and ensuring accurate and timely payments.

The AP Specialist will manage day-to-day accounts payable activities, resolve invoice discrepancies, and support month-end close and audit requirements.

## Responsibilities

- Review, code, and process vendor invoices and employee expense reports
- Verify invoice approvals and supporting documentation
- Prepare and process weekly payment runs, including checks, ACH, and wire transfers
- Maintain vendor records and assist with vendor setup and documentation
- Reconcile vendor statements and resolve invoice or payment discrepancies
- Respond to vendor and internal inquiries in a timely manner
- Assist with accounts payable accruals and month-end close activities
- Prepare AP aging reports and monitor outstanding invoices
- Support annual 1099 preparation and reporting
- Maintain organized records in accordance with company policies
- Assist with internal and external audit requests
- Identify opportunities to improve accounts payable processes and controls

## Qualifications

- Associate or bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field preferred
- 2+ years of accounts payable experience
- Experience processing high-volume invoices preferred
- Familiarity with ERP or accounting systems
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Outlook
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to prioritize assignments and meet deadlines
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively

## #GHJSS #LI-SV1

## 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.

## Why Work Here
- **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.

## Sources
1. [ghjadvisors.com/careers](https://www.ghjadvisors.com/careers)
2. [ghjadvisors.com/about-us](https://www.ghjadvisors.com/about-us)
3. [linkedin.com/company/ghjadvisors](https://linkedin.com/company/ghjadvisors)
4. [jobs.lever.co/ghj](https://jobs.lever.co/ghj)
5. [ghjadvisors.com/careers/join-our-team](https://www.ghjadvisors.com/careers/join-our-team)

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