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# Controller at GHJ

- **Company:** GHJ
- **Location:** Los Angeles, CA
- **Compensation:** $150k–$200k
- **Employment:** full-time
- **Work type:** onsite
- **Posted:** 2026-03-03
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-15
- **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/ghj/0f3219f8-f919-441d-9930-061cd6a37433

## 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.

Position Overview We are seeking an experienced and hands-on Controller to lead the accounting and financial operations of our organization in Commerce, CA. This fully onsite role will oversee all accounting functions, ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, manage banking and insurance relationships, and support executive leadership with financial insights. The ideal candidate brings strong technical expertise, multi-entity accounting experience, and a proactive, solution-oriented mindset.

## Key Responsibilities

- Financial Reporting & Close
- Oversee and manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
- Prepare and review monthly financial statements and management reports
- Ensure accuracy and compliance with GAAP
- Lead financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting processes
- Present financial results and insights to executive leadership
- Multi-Entity Accounting
- Manage accounting operations across multiple entities, ensuring proper intercompany transactions and consolidations
- Oversee general ledger integrity and chart of accounts structure
- Ensure accurate entity-level and consolidated reporting
- Banking & Cash Management
- Manage and maintain banking relationships
- Oversee cash flow management, forecasting, and treasury functions
- Negotiate banking services, credit facilities, and related agreements
- Monitor covenant compliance where applicable
- Insurance & Risk Management
- Manage annual insurance renewals including general liability, workers’ compensation, property, and other corporate policies
- Serve as primary liaison with brokers and carriers
- Evaluate coverage levels and recommend risk mitigation strategies
- Payroll & Compliance
- Oversee payroll processing and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
- Ensure timely and accurate payroll tax filings and reporting
- Maintain internal controls related to payroll and benefits
- Leadership & Operations
- Supervise and mentor accounting staff
- Develop and strengthen internal controls, policies, and procedures
- Coordinate with external auditors and tax advisors
- Drive process improvements and system enhancements

## Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (required)
- 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, with leadership responsibility
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting
- Proven experience with multi-entity accounting and consolidations
- Experience managing banking relationships and treasury functions
- Experience overseeing insurance renewals and risk management
- Strong payroll oversight experience
- CPA preferred
- Proficiency with ERP/accounting systems and advanced Excel skills

## #GHJSS #LI-JE1

## 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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