GHJ

Interim Director of Finance

GHJ  •  Los Angeles, CA (Remote)  •  9 days ago
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Job Description

A prominent Los Angeles-based museum n is seeking an experienced Interim Director of Finance to provide hands-on financial leadership and operational support during a transitional period. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned finance professional with strong nonprofit, fund accounting, and financial systems experience.

Responsibilities:

    • Oversee NetSuite and financial planning systems administration
    • Manage accounting period close processes, including lock/unlock functions
    • Review and approve journal entries while ensuring proper internal controls and segregation of duties
    • Support system governance, compliance, and financial reporting processes
    • Manage banking activities and cash transfers
    • Oversee restricted cash transactions and fund transfers
    • Review sales tax compliance and assess potential liabilities
    • Prepare and analyze monthly financial reports
    • Calculate and allocate service fees
    • Process commissions and related payments
    • Lead fund accounting activities and reconciliations
    • Maintain and improve reconciliation processes for restricted and designated funds
    • Support annual budgeting and ongoing financial forecasting
    • Provide financial analysis to support leadership decision-making
    • Ensure compliance with donor and foundation requirements

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • Significant finance leadership experience within nonprofit, higher education, arts, cultural, or mission-driven organizations
  • Strong knowledge of fund accounting and financial reporting
  • Experience with NetSuite required; budgeting and planning systems experience highly preferred
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently in an interim or consulting capacity
  • Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills
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About GHJ

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.

Industry
Accounting & Tax
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Los Angeles, California
Year Founded
1953
Website
ghjadvisors.com
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