Senior Accountant
About The Position
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. Are you a detail-driven accounting professional who thrives in a dynamic, hands-on environment? Our client, a private family office in San Francisco, is looking for a Senior Accountant to join their close-knit team and play a key role in managing the accounting and financial operations of a diverse investment portfolio. This is a unique opportunity to work in a collaborative setting where no two days look the same. You’ll handle everything from investment reconciliations and financial reporting to property and trust accounting, all while gaining visibility into a wide range of asset classes and financial structures.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, Economics, or related
- 5+ years of progressive accounting experience
- Strong technical accounting skills and deep understanding of GAAP
- Advanced Excel proficiency (pivot tables, lookups, etc.)
- Excellent communication and organization skills
Responsibilities
- Manage general ledger activity and ensure accurate, timely recording of transactions across multiple entities and trusts
- Reconcile brokerage and balance sheet accounts; prepare journal entries and supporting schedules
- Assist with monthly financial reporting and analysis
- Oversee accounts payable and process monthly distributions
- Support quarterly tax estimates and annual tax compliance
- Maintain organized and secure electronic files and documentation
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
