# Controller at GHJ

Controller at GHJ in Los Angeles, California (Hybrid). Hybrid, full-time, paying $135k–$160k. Posted July 22, 2026.

- Company: GHJ
- Location: Los Angeles, California (Hybrid)
- Workplace: Hybrid
- Job type: Full-time
- Pay: $135k–$160k
- Experience: 6+ years
- Posted: 2026-07-22
- Apply: https://jobs.lever.co/ghj/326aa0ac-40ef-4c48-8c08-aa0ab49db868/apply
- Source: https://jobmagic.ai/jobs/controller-ghj-hxcq3j

## Requirements

- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Master's degree preferred)
- CPA preferred
- 6+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience with at least 4 years in a leadership role
- Nonprofit accounting experience preferred, including grants and contract management
- Experience leading audits, budgeting, financial reporting, and internal controls
- Strong leadership, project management, and communication skills

## 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 mission-driven nonprofit organization is seeking an experienced **Controller** to lead its accounting and finance operations. This is an outstanding opportunity for a collaborative finance leader who enjoys building strong teams, improving processes, and using financial insights to support an organization's long-term impact.

**Overview**

Reporting to the CFO, the Controller will oversee all accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, audits, and day-to-day finance operations. This role partners closely with executive leadership, supports board reporting, and helps strengthen the organization's financial infrastructure while ensuring compliance and operational excellence.

### Key Responsibilities

- Lead all accounting operations, including general ledger, AP, AR, payroll, and grants administration

- Oversee financial reporting, cash flow forecasting, budgeting, and financial analysis

- Direct the annual audit process and ensure compliance with GAAP and regulatory requirements

- Develop and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and strong internal controls

- Support organizational budgeting and provide financial guidance to senior leadership

- Manage banking relationships and oversee treasury activities

- Drive process improvements to enhance efficiency and strengthen financial operations

- Supervise, mentor, and develop the accounting team

### Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Master's degree preferred)

- CPA preferred

- 6+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience with at least 4 years in a leadership role

- Nonprofit accounting experience preferred, including grants and contract management

- Experience leading audits, budgeting, financial reporting, and internal controls

- Strong leadership, project management, and communication skills

### Why Join?

- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact while leading the financial operations of a mission-driven organization

- Collaborative leadership team with opportunities to influence organizational strategy

- Comprehensive benefits package, generous paid time off, retirement plan with employer match, professional development opportunities, and a $2,500 sign-on bonus

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