Accounting Analyst Job at GHJ Search and Staffing in California

Accounting Analyst

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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.

As an Accounting Analyst, you’ll play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial information while supporting process improvements and internal controls. You’ll collaborate closely with the Controller, Production Department, and IT team to analyze costs, investigate variances, and provide insights that help the business operate efficiently and effectively.

Qualifications

• Strong critical thinking skills and understanding of basic accounting concepts (debits and credits)
• High-level knowledge of US GAAP
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to quickly learn industry-related regulations and apply them in written reports
• Comfortable preparing and delivering reports to management
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, or a related field
• 4+ years of accounting experience
• CPA preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform cost analysis and investigate accounting irregularities
• Collaborate with Production to review monthly plant expenses
• Prepare journal entries and perform account reconciliations in accordance with GAAP
• Review accounts to resolve unusual items and variances
• Support annual external audits with necessary documentation
• Assist in developing improvements to internal policies, procedures, and processes
• Liaise with IT to implement improvements to the accounting system
• Prepare, review, and audit internal payment requests for accuracy
• Support Controller with income and other tax filings
• Assist with month-end close and ad hoc reporting or analyses
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of regulatory requirements and accounting best practices

Benefits & Work Environment

• Traditional business formal environment with casual Thursdays
• 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM schedule, Fridays work from home
• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, pension plan, disability coverage, FSA, tuition reimbursement
• Convenient on-site parking

$70,000 - $110,000 a year

Join a company where innovation meets integrity — where you’ll be empowered to analyze, improve, and shape accounting processes while contributing to a mission that values excellence, sustainability, and people.