Posted 23 weeks ago

Staff Accountant

GHJ Los Angeles, CA
Onsite 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.

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in Long Beach, CA. This fully onsite role will support day-to-day accounting operations, assist with month-end close, and help ensure accurate financial reporting. The ideal candidate has a solid foundation in accounting principles, strong organizational skills, and a desire to grow within a collaborative environment.

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Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare and post journal entries
  • Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
  • Perform bank and account reconciliations
  • Maintain general ledger and ensure accuracy of financial data
  • Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions as needed
  • Assist in preparing financial statements and management reports
  • Analyze expense trends and variances
  • Maintain fixed asset schedules and prepaid expense tracking
  • Support external audit requests and documentation preparation
  • Ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting policies

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
  • 2+ years of accounting experience
  • Working knowledge of GAAP
  • Public accounting experience is a plus
  • CPA eligible or pursuing certification preferred
  • Experience with ERP systems (NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, or similar)
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, formulas, lookups)
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills

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$70,000 - $85,000 a year

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Skills and functions

  • Finance