Staff Accountant at GHJ

Santa Monica, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
NonprofitIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • 2+ years of accounting experience (nonprofit preferred)
  • Strong proficiency with Excel and general comfort with accounting systems
  • Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Clear, professional communication skills and a collaborative spirit
  • A proactive, problem-solving mindset and the ability to manage multiple priorities

Responsibilities

  • Process vendor invoices and payments, ensuring proper coding and documentation
  • Maintain accurate general ledger activity, including journal entries and reconciliations
  • Assist with month-end close and financial reporting
  • Record donations, ACH deposits, and contributions in coordination with the Development team
  • Support grant and program accounting, ensuring expenses align with funding allocations
  • Maintain organized digital and physical files to support audits and compliance reviews
  • Assist with budget preparation, agency monitoring visits, and other special projects

Skills

Excel
General Ledger
Journal Entries
Account Reconciliations
Month-End Close
Financial Reporting
Grant Accounting
Vendor Invoices
Budget Preparation

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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