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.
We are working with a respected nonprofit organization in Los Angeles to identify a Controller.
Oversees general accounting operations across the full fiscal cycle, ensuring policies, procedures, and processes align with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), appropriate internal controls, and applicable funding requirements.
Leads financial reporting and analysis to support organizational needs, including internal and external GAAP reporting, cash flow analysis and forecasting, regulatory reporting, and preparation of required tax filings.
Manages the planning, preparation, and successful completion of all financial and accounting audits, including the annual audit process.
Supports and enhances the budgeting process by advising leadership, and developing systems to monitor and control expenditures.
Builds and maintains effective relationships with banking partners and financial institutions to support operational and financial activities.
Drives continuous improvement initiatives across finance and accounting functions to enhance efficiency and quality.
Establishes and ensures compliance with robust internal control systems, including adherence to applicable financial management standards.
Master’s degree in finance, accounting, or business is preferred; professional certification (e.g., CPA) is a plus
At least six years of progressively responsible experience working with financial systems
Minimum of four years in a leadership or supervisory role
Experience working within a nonprofit environment is preferred
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At GHJ, we go beyond numbers. We are a national advisory and accounting firm committed to empowering our clients and team members to pursue their passions, grow thriving businesses and create a brighter future. Committeed to a hybrid and inclusive work culture with headquarters in Los Angeles and offices in San Jose, Buffalo and Denver, our 250+ professionals and over 20 partners serve clients across the U.S. and around the world.
We specialize in industries that shape the future — entertainment, food and beverage, media and advertising and nonprofit organizations — delivering tailored solutions that meet you where you are and help you get to where you want to be.
Recognized as a Most Innovative Firm, DEI-Focused Firm of the Year, Top 100 Firm, 7th Fastest-Growing Firm and a Best Firm to Work For, among others, GHJ stands out for innovation, diversity and a deep dedication to success — for clients and employees alike. Our collective strength comes from the diversity of perspectives, experiences and passions that drive our team to deliver exceptional service. Here, hybrid work is the norm, and diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility (DEIA) are not just part of our culture — they are how we thrive.
Through the GHJ Foundation, we support causes that matter by contributing time, talent and resources to uplift our communities.
Additionally, as a proud member of HLB International, a global network of independent advisory and accounting firms, GHJ connects you to expertise in over 150 countries. Whether your goals are local or global, we are here to help you achieve them.
Explore opportunities to grow with us — whether as a client or a team member — and discover how GHJ helps businesses and people everywhere #BeMore.
