
Staff Accountant at GHJ (Newport Beach, CA)
GHJ· Newport Beach, CA· $65k–$75k·
Role details
Salary
$65k–$75k
Work type
Hybrid
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
- Perform month-end close activities, including journal entries and reconciliations
- Manage assigned balance sheet and income statement accounts
- Prepare supporting schedules and account reconciliations, including prepaid accounts and bank reconciliations
- Support expense reporting and purchase requisition processes
- Assist with accounts payable activities as needed
- Participate in year-end audit preparation and special projects
- Help improve accounting processes and support accurate financial reporting
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 2–3 years of progressive accounting experience
- Strong understanding of GAAP and general ledger accounting
- Advanced Excel skills and proficiency with accounting software
- Experience with Concur, Great Plains, or Business Central preferred
- Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills
Why Join?
- Opportunity to gain broad accounting experience in a collaborative environment
- Hybrid work schedule with in-office collaboration and flexibility
- Supportive culture that encourages professional development and career growth
- Competitive compensation and benefits package
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.