Controller

GHJ

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Los Angeles, California (Hybrid) hybrid Until 9/21/2026 7+ years exp First posted July 23, 2026 Last posted July 23, 2026
Job description
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 leading professional services firm is seeking an experienced Controller to oversee firmwide accounting operations and help drive strategic financial initiatives. This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for someone who enjoys building strong teams, optimizing financial processes, and partnering with executive leadership to support long-term growth.

Reporting to executive leadership, the Controller will lead all accounting operations, financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance while overseeing a large accounting team. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership experience, a strategic mindset, and a background in professional services or law firm accounting.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead all accounting operations, including AP, billing, collections, payroll, cash receipts, and general ledger functions
  • Manage and develop accounting leadership and support the growth of the broader finance team
  • Oversee month-end close, journal entries, bank reconciliations, and financial statement preparation
  • Partner with leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning initiatives
  • Develop financial reports, dashboards, and analytics to support business decisions
  • Drive process improvements, system enhancements, and workflow automation
  • Ensure compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, and regulatory requirements
  • Serve as the primary liaison for external audits and year-end financial reporting

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 3+ years in a management role
  • MBA or CPA preferred
  • Experience in a law firm or professional services environment strongly preferred
  • Familiarity with Elite 3E, Aderant, or similar accounting systems is a plus
  • Advanced Excel skills and strong Microsoft Office proficiency
  • Excellent leadership, analytical, communication, and organizational skills

Why Join?

  • Executive-level leadership role with direct impact on firm operations and strategy
  • Opportunity to lead and mentor a large, high-performing accounting team
  • Hybrid work schedule with a collaborative, growth-oriented culture
  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, HSA/FSA, 401(k), commuter benefits, and pet insurance
Salary: up to $175,000
 
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About this role

Summary

Lead accounting operations, manage financial reporting, budgeting, compliance, and team development.

Job title

Controller

Experience level

7+ years

Minimum experience

7+ years exp

Industry

accounting and advisory

Location requirements

Hybrid in Los Angeles, California, remote allowed

Salary

$175k+

Management role

Yes

Skills & keywords

Required skills

accountingfinancial reportingbudgetingcomplianceMicrosoft Office

Preferred skills

leadershipefficiency improvementsexternal auditsElite 3EAderant

Specializations

accountingfinancial reportingbudgetingcompliance
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Los Angeles, CA, USA

Hybrid City