Accountant

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

• Prepare journal entries and maintain accurate general ledger accounts.
• Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
• Prepare financial statements, supporting schedules, and management reports.
• Perform bank, balance sheet, and other account reconciliations.
• Assist with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payment processing.
• Research accounting discrepancies and resolve outstanding issues.
• Analyze financial activity and assist with variance reporting.
• Support audit preparation, tax documentation, and compliance requirements.
• Maintain organized accounting records and supporting documentation.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and reporting efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• 3+ years of accounting experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, general ledger accounting, and financial reporting.
• Experience with journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Experience with property management or real estate accounting is a plus.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Why Join?

• Opportunity to gain broad experience across multiple accounting functions.
• Collaborative, team-oriented work environment.
• Exposure to financial reporting, reconciliations, and process improvements.
• Opportunity to strengthen technical accounting skills and take on additional responsibilities.