Staff 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.Position OverviewWe are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in Long Beach, CA. This fully onsite role will support day-to-day accounting operations, assist with month-end close, and help ensure accurate financial reporting. The ideal candidate has a solid foundation in accounting principles, strong organizational skills, and a desire to grow within a collaborative environment.Key ResponsibilitiesPrepare and post journal entriesAssist with monthly, quarterly, and annual close processesPerform bank and account reconciliationsMaintain general ledger and ensure accuracy of financial dataSupport accounts payable and accounts receivable functions as neededAssist in preparing financial statements and management reportsAnalyze expense trends and variancesMaintain fixed asset schedules and prepaid expense trackingSupport external audit requests and documentation preparationEnsure compliance with internal controls and accounting policiesQualificationsBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required2+ years of accounting experienceWorking knowledge of GAAPPublic accounting experience is a plusCPA eligible or pursuing certification preferredExperience with ERP systems (NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, or similar)Proficient in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, formulas, lookups)Strong analytical and problem-solving skillsExcellent attention to detail and organizational skills$70,000 - $85,000 a year#GHJSS #LI-JE1We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Created: 2026-04-02