GHJ

Controller at GHJ (Denton, TX)

GHJ· Denton, TX· $125k–$150k·

Role details

Salary
$125k–$150k
Work type
Onsite
Employment
Full-Time

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

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Oversee full-cycle accounting, including general ledger, journal entries, accruals, and month-end close.

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Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements across multiple entities.

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Manage intercompany accounting, related-party transactions, and balance sheet reconciliations.

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Oversee commercial real estate accounting, including tenant activity, CAM reconciliations, property taxes, and capital expenditures.

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Manage AP, AR, payroll, and operating company accounting activities.

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Monitor cash flow, banking activity, debt obligations, and liquidity requirements.

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Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis in partnership with the CFO.

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Coordinate audit, tax, lender, and ownership reporting requirements.

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Supervise accounting staff while remaining actively involved in day-to-day accounting.

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Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, internal controls, and reporting efficiencies.

Qualifications

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Bachelor's degree in Accounting required; CPA preferred.

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7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including supervisory or management responsibilities.

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Commercial real estate accounting experience required or strongly preferred.

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Strong experience with multi-entity accounting, intercompany transactions, and financial reporting.

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Knowledge of GAAP, general ledger accounting, and month-end close processes.

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Hands-on payroll, cash management, and treasury experience.

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Proficiency with QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel; Yardi or similar real estate accounting software preferred.

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Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

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Ability to balance hands-on accounting responsibilities with team leadership.

Why Join?

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Opportunity to oversee accounting across a diverse portfolio of commercial real estate and operating businesses.

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High-visibility role working directly with the CFO.

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Broad responsibility across accounting, financial reporting, payroll, treasury, and financial planning.

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Opportunity to strengthen processes, develop the accounting team, and contribute to business decisions.

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Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, and paid time off.

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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