Financial Controller
Modal$120,000 - $190,000/year
Full Time
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Restaurants, Hospitality, AccountingIndustries
Requirements
- CPA with a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
- 7–10 years of experience, including public accounting from a well-known firm
- Proven background in multi-unit industries—ideally restaurant, retail, or healthcare
- Strong operational accounting skills and comfort working hands-on in a high-growth, fast-moving business
- Entrepreneurial mindset and the confidence to build systems, not just maintain them
Responsibilities
- Lead all day-to-day accounting operations, including AR/AP, reconciliations, and period-end close
- Design and implement scalable accounting systems and processes as the organization grows
- Partner closely with operations to ensure timely vendor payments, accurate P&Ls for each location, and clear communication across departments
- Support quarterly reviews and coordinate with external accounting partners
- Prepare financial reports and analysis in collaboration with finance leadership
- Ensure GAAP compliance and maintain strong internal controls
- Lead annual independent audit processes and tax provision preparation, ensuring accurate and compliant reporting across all direct and indirect tax areas
Skills
Accounting Operations
AR/AP
Reconciliations
Period-End Close
Accounting Systems
Financial Processes
Financial Controls
Scalable Processes
Restaurant Accounting
Leadership
GHJ
Accounting and advisory services for nonprofits
About GHJ
GHJ provides accounting and advisory services tailored to nonprofit organizations, food and beverage companies, entertainment and media businesses, and health and wellness sectors. The firm focuses on building strong relationships with clients to support their growth and success. GHJ's services include audit, tax, and advisory, and they leverage their affiliation with HLB International to connect clients with a global network of accounting professionals in over 158 countries. This extensive network allows GHJ to offer clients access to resources and expertise from top firms worldwide. GHJ differentiates itself from competitors through its commitment to personalized service and its recognition as a top workplace, having received multiple awards for employee satisfaction. The firm's goal is to empower clients and its employees to thrive and create a better future.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaHeadquarters
1953Year Founded
VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage
Consulting, Social ImpactIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees
Benefits
Health Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Performance Bonus
Professional Development Budget
Risks
Emerging boutique firms in Los Angeles increase competition.
AI-driven software reduces demand for traditional accounting services.
Nonprofit tax regulation changes require rapid adaptation.
Differentiation
GHJ specializes in nonprofit, entertainment, and health and wellness sectors.
Affiliation with HLB International provides global reach and resources.
Recognized as a top-20 largest accounting firm in Los Angeles.
Upsides
Growing demand for ESG reporting creates new service opportunities.
Remote work trend boosts demand for virtual CFO services.
AI integration enhances efficiency and value-added services.
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