Accounting Manager

GHJ; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

GHJ is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager in Long Beach, California to oversee critical financial operations. The role includes supervising accounting processes, preparing budgets, and ensuring compliance with regulations.

Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, at least 4 years of supervisory experience, and a strong understanding of municipal accounting. The position offers a competitive salary in the range of $105,000 to $130,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 4+ years of supervisory experience in public sector or municipal environment.
• Strong knowledge of fund accounting and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting operations, including AP, AR, payroll, and general ledger.
• Assist with budget preparation, financial reporting, forecasting, and analysis.
• Manage monthly reconciliations, journal entries, and financial statements.

Skills

Supervision

Financial reporting

Budgeting

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration

CPA or Master's degree

Job description

We are partnering with a well-established public sector organization seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee critical financial operations and support the organization's long-term fiscal success.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting operations, including AP, AR, payroll, general ledger, cash receipts, purchasing, and capital assets
• Assist with budget preparation, financial reporting, forecasting, and analysis
• Manage monthly reconciliations, journal entries, and financial statements
• Coordinate annual audits, grants compliance, ACFR preparation, and internal controls
• Supervise and mentor accounting staff while driving process improvements
• Ensure compliance with governmental accounting standards, policies, and regulations

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
• Municipal/government accounting experience strongly preferred
• Minimum of 4 years of supervisory experience within a public sector or municipal environment
• Strong knowledge of fund accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, audits, and internal controls
• CPA and/or Master's degree preferred
• Excellent leadership, analytical, and communication skills

$105,000 - $130,000 a year