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Controller

United States·Los AngelesHybridRegular Full-timemid

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GHJ Search and Staffing serves as the recruitment division of GHJ, a prominent national accounting and advisory firm.

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Finance & AccountingController

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.

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

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

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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Where is the job

Los Angeles, United States

Hybrid, some on-site time required

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About this job

Pay per year: $175,000 a year; 18% above the $148,650 median for Controller jobs on Jobera (144 salaries).
Who can apply: United States
Posted: 110 days ago
Employer: has 127 open jobs on Jobera in 2 countries.

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Posted: July 22, 2026
First seen: July 22, 2026
Last seen: November 9, 2026

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Days active: 110
Repost count: 1
Trust Level: 43%
Scored at: November 10, 2026

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GHJ Advisors is a national advisory, accounting, and tax firm committed to empowering clients through personalized services across various industries.

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