Our client is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join its growing Corporate Accounting team. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a rapidly expanding organization that is investing heavily in building a best-in-class finance function.
Reporting to the Corporate Accounting Manager, this role will play a key part in the month-end close process, financial reporting, general ledger management, and process improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate enjoys working in a dynamic environment, has a strong accounting foundation, and is eager to contribute to continuous improvement efforts.
Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Close & General Accounting- Prepare and record journal entries and accruals in accordance with US GAAP and company policies
- Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities
- Perform account reconciliations and investigate outstanding items and variances
- Maintain accuracy and integrity of the general ledger
- Analyze financial results and identify key drivers behind fluctuations
- Assist with internal and external financial reporting requirements
- Compile and analyze financial data to support management decision-making
- Respond to ad hoc reporting and analysis requests
- Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and improve efficiency
- Support automation initiatives and leverage emerging technologies, including AI tools
- Assist with ERP system enhancements and process optimization projects
- Contribute to the development of scalable accounting procedures and internal controls
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
- CPA or CPA candidate preferred
- 2–5+ years of accounting experience in public accounting, industry, or a combination of both
- Strong understanding of general ledger accounting and US GAAP
- Experience with ERP systems (SAP, JDE, or similar preferred)
- Experience with BlackLine is a plus
- Advanced Excel skills including pivot tables, lookups, and data analysis
- Interest in process improvement, automation, and technology-driven solutions
- Self-starter with a strong sense of ownership and accountability
- Highly analytical with excellent attention to detail
- Motivated to learn, grow, and advance within a high-growth organization
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced and evolving environment
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- Hybrid work schedule offering flexibility and collaboration
- Join a finance team that has experienced significant growth and investment
- High visibility within the accounting organization
- Opportunity to help build and improve processes in a growing company
- Exposure to automation, AI tools, and system enhancement projects
- Strong career growth and advancement potential
- Competitive base salary
- Annual bonus opportunity
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Plan
- Tuition Assistance
- Paid Paternity Leave
- Disability Insurance
If you're looking for an opportunity where you can make an impact, gain exposure to process improvement initiatives, and grow your career within a collaborative finance team, we'd love to connect with you.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting
- CPA or CPA candidate
- 2-5+ years of accounting experience in public accounting, industry, or a combination
- Strong understanding of general ledger accounting and US GAAP
- Experience with ERP systems (SAP, JDE, or similar)
- Experience with BlackLine
- Advanced Excel skills including pivot tables, lookups, and data analysis
- Interest in process improvement, automation, and technology-driven solutions
What We Do
GHJ is an accounting and advisory firm that specializes in nonprofit, food and beverage, entertainment and media and health and wellness companies. Previous recipient of the Los Angeles Chamber of Commerce Employee Champion For Life Work Harmony Award and named a “Best Places to Work” by the Los Angeles Business Journal eight times since 2008, GHJ is passionate about helping clients and its people #BeMore by focusing on building thriving businesses and creating a better future. GHJ works as a business advocate for its clients — providing personalized service and building long-term relationships to help position our clients for growth. Through its affiliation with HLB International, a global network of independent professional accounting firms and business advisers, GHJ is able to partner with other top firms across major cities throughout the U.S. and the world. GHJ’s audit, tax and advisory teams leverage the HLB network to better serve its clients and give clients access to member firms in over 158 countries across the globe and over 775 offices worldwide. Also ranked as a top-20 largest accounting firm on the Los Angeles Business Journal’s Book of Lists, GHJ has 15 partners and more than 160 staff members that serve over 3,000 clients. GHJ is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), the AICPA Governmental Audit Quality Center (GAQC), the California Society of CPAs and the California Association of Nonprofits (CalNonprofit).
