Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant

Huntington Beach, CA

Client Opportunities - Accounting /

Regular Full-time /

Hybrid

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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 growing industrial services company is seeking a Senior Accountant to play a key role in its finance team. This high-impact position offers the opportunity to own the month-end close process, collaborate closely with leadership, and grow alongside a company that values internal advancement and continuous improvement.

Overview

The Senior Accountant will serve as a key contributor to the monthly close process, financial reporting, and multi-entity accounting operations. Working closely with the CFO and finance team, this role combines hands-on accounting responsibilities with opportunities to improve processes and support the company's continued growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the month-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting
• Prepare and post journal entries, including intercompany transactions and monthly accruals
• Perform bank and balance sheet reconciliations and resolve discrepancies
• Prepare and analyze financial statements, including the balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow statement
• Prepare and file sales and use tax, personal property tax, and other required filings
• Support internal and external audits by preparing schedules and supporting documentation
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and company accounting policies

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and month-end close processes
• Experience with intercompany accounting and multi-entity environments
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• CPA or active CPA candidacy preferred

Why Join?

• High-visibility role with direct exposure to finance leadership
• Opportunity for career growth and increased responsibility as the company expands
• Hybrid work schedule with a supportive, family-oriented culture
• Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with company match, PTO, and FSA/HSA options

$85,000 - $100,000 a year

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