Bookkeeper

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.

A well-established manufacturing and distribution company is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to support its day-to-day accounting operations. This is a great opportunity for a hands-on accounting professional who enjoys variety, working closely with leadership, and contributing beyond traditional bookkeeping responsibilities.

The Bookkeeper will manage core accounting activities across AP, AR, general ledger, reconciliations, and month-end close. This role is well suited for someone who thrives in a smaller-company environment, enjoys taking ownership, and can comfortably shift between accounting responsibilities and operational projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle accounting, including AP, AR, and general ledger activity


• Perform account reconciliations and support month-end close


• Prepare financial reports and assist with financial and operational analysis


• Maintain accurate accounting records and resolve discrepancies


• Partner with leadership on special projects and process improvements


• Help strengthen accounting procedures and internal controls


• Support additional accounting and operational needs as the business evolves

Qualifications

• Strong hands-on bookkeeping or accounting experience


• Solid general ledger knowledge with experience in AP, AR, reconciliations, and month-end close


• Manufacturing and/or distribution industry experience required


• Small to mid-sized, privately held company experience strongly preferred


• Working knowledge of Excel; ERP experience is a plus


• Collaborative, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities

Why Join?

• Opportunity to take ownership of a broad accounting function


• Direct exposure to leadership and involvement in process improvements


• Collaborative environment where versatility and initiative are valued


• Contract-to-hire opportunity with potential for long-term growth

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