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 Overview

We 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 Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
• Perform bank and account reconciliations
• Maintain general ledger and ensure accuracy of financial data
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions as needed
• Assist in preparing financial statements and management reports
• Analyze expense trends and variances
• Maintain fixed asset schedules and prepaid expense tracking
• Support external audit requests and documentation preparation
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting policies

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
• 2+ years of accounting experience
• Working knowledge of GAAP
• Public accounting experience is a plus
• CPA eligible or pursuing certification preferred
• Experience with ERP systems (NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, or similar)
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, formulas, lookups)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills

$70,000 - $85,000 a year

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We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. 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.