Interim Assistant Controller

GHJ ‚Ä¢ Los Angeles, California ‚Ä¢ Full Time

Posted on Thu, Jun 18, 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.

We are partnering with an organization seeking an Interim Assistant Controller to support accounting leadership and ensure accurate financial reporting. This role will assist with close activities, compliance, and process improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

Support month-end and year-end close processes
Review reconciliations, journal entries, and financial reports
Assist with financial statement preparation
Maintain internal controls and accounting procedures
Support audits and regulatory reporting requirements
Analyze financial data and identify reporting issues
Assist with special projects and process improvements

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
5+ years of accounting experience
Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting
Experience with ERP systems
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
CPA preferred but not required

#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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