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.

We are partnering with a growing organization in Flowery Branch seeking a Staff Accountant to join its accounting team. This onsite opportunity is ideal for an experienced accounting professional who enjoys taking ownership of the month-end close process, financial reporting, and general ledger accounting while working in a collaborative environment.

The Staff Accountant will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records, supporting compliance with accounting standards, and partnering with cross-functional teams to improve accounting processes and operational efficiency.

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Responsibilities

Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and general ledger activity; Lead month-end and year-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting; Prepare financial statements and supporting schedules for management review; Analyze financial results and investigate account variances; Maintain compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies; Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis as needed; Support internal and external audit requests by preparing documentation and schedules; Monitor and improve internal controls and accounting procedures; Partner with cross-functional teams to support operational and financial initiatives; Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and improve efficiencies; Assist with special projects and other accounting responsibilities as assigned

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting; 2+ years of progressive accounting experience