Controller Job at Green Hasson & Janks, Los Angeles, CA

  • Green Hasson & Janks
  • Los Angeles, CA

Job Description

Los Angeles, California (Hybrid)Client Opportunities – Accounting /Regular Full-time /HybridGHJ 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.Key ResponsibilitiesLead all accounting operations, including AP, billing, collections, payroll, cash receipts, and general ledger functionsManage and develop accounting leadership and support the growth of the broader finance teamOversee month-end close, journal entries, bank reconciliations, and financial statement preparationPartner with leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning initiativesDevelop financial reports, dashboards, and analytics to support business decisionsDrive process improvements, system enhancements, and workflow automationEnsure compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, and regulatory requirementsServe as the primary liaison for external audits and year-end financial reportingQualifications7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 3+ years in a management roleMBA or CPA preferredExperience in a law firm or professional services environment strongly preferredFamiliarity with Elite 3E, Aderant, or similar accounting systems is a plusAdvanced Excel skills and strong Microsoft Office proficiencyExcellent leadership, analytical, communication, and organizational skillsWhy Join?Executive-level leadership role with direct impact on firm operations and strategyOpportunity to lead and mentor a large, high-performing accounting teamHybrid work schedule with a collaborative, growth-oriented cultureComprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, HSA/FSA, 401(k), commuter benefits, and pet insuranceSalary: up to $175,000#GHJSS #LI-JE1We 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.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Work at office

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