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.
Are you an accountant who wants your work to mean something? Join a mission-driven organization that’s changing lives every day. Our client, a Los Angeles–based nonprofit dedicated to ending family homelessness, is seeking a Staff Accountant to support their growing Finance team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented accounting professional who’s looking to combine technical skill with purpose. You’ll play a key role in ensuring accurate financial reporting and grant tracking, while supporting programs that provide families with housing stability and long-term success.

Key Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices and payments, ensuring proper coding and documentation
• Maintain accurate general ledger activity, including journal entries and reconciliations
• Assist with month-end close and financial reporting
• Record donations, ACH deposits, and contributions in coordination with the Development team
• Support grant and program accounting, ensuring expenses align with funding allocations
• Maintain organized digital and physical files to support audits and compliance reviews
• Assist with budget preparation, agency monitoring visits, and other special projects

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 2+ years of accounting experience (nonprofit preferred)
• Strong proficiency with Excel and general comfort with accounting systems
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Clear, professional communication skills and a collaborative spirit
• A proactive, problem-solving mindset and the ability to manage multiple priorities

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