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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.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day accounting operations across AP, AR, and general ledger functions
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting in accordance with GAAP
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and variance analysis
• Monitor financial performance and KPIs and provide actionable insights to leadership
• Develop and maintain strong internal controls and accounting procedures
• Coordinate annual audits and oversee tax compliance activities
• Manage reconciliations across multiple dealership locations and accounts
• Partner with senior management on strategic planning, investment analysis, and cost-saving initiatives
• Lead, mentor, and develop accounting team members

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field required
• 5+ years of progressive accounting or financial management experience
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, budgeting, and internal controls
• Experience in equipment dealerships, construction, or a related capital equipment industry preferred
• Experience with ERP or dealership management systems preferred
• Strong Excel, financial analysis, and reporting skills
• CPA or CMA preferred
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced, multi-location environment

Why Join?

• High-visibility role with direct partnership to the CFO and senior leadership
• Opportunity to lead and develop a broad accounting team
• Exposure to a complex, multi-location business across equipment sales, service, parts, and rental operations
• Ability to drive process improvements and influence the organization's financial performance

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