Controller

GHJ ‚Ä¢ Los Angeles, California ‚Ä¢ Full Time ‚Ä¢ $135,000–$160,000 / year

Posted on Thu, Jul 23, 2026

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

$135,000 - $160,000 a year#GHJSS may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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