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AP Accountant

GHJ

  • Carson, CA
  • 5 days ago

    Highlights

    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. The AP Accountant will process full-cycle accounts payable for multiple units while gaining exposure to general ledger accounting, journal entries, reconciliations, month-end close, and audit support.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationCarson, CA

    Description

    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.

    A mission-driven nonprofit organization is seeking AP Accountants to join its finance team and support high-volume accounts payable and general accounting activities. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent Accounting graduate looking to build hands-on experience in a supportive, teaching-focused environment with training and long-term growth potential.

    The AP Accountant will process full-cycle accounts payable for multiple units while gaining exposure to general ledger accounting, journal entries, reconciliations, month-end close, and audit support. The role works closely with an Accounting Supervisor and serves as a key resource for field teams on AP-related questions.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Process full-cycle, high-volume accounts payable for multiple units
    • Review invoices for proper coding and supporting documentation
    • Maintain vendor records and support W-9 and 1099 requirements
    • Generate payments and research AP discrepancies and outstanding checks
    • Reconcile monthly AP aging reports and AP-related balance sheet accounts
    • Process corporate credit card expenses and employee reimbursements
    • Assist with journal entries, accruals, and monthly and year-end close
    • Support audit preparation and other accounting projects
    • Communicate with internal teams to resolve AP and accounting questions

    Qualifications

    • Bachelor's degree in Accounting required
    • Recent graduates with a solid academic record are encouraged to apply
    • Strong understanding of debits and credits and basic accounting principles
    • Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills
    • Prior accounting or AP experience is a plus, but not required
    • Detail-oriented with strong accuracy and organizational skills
    • Self-motivated, eager to learn, and comfortable taking initiative
    • Collaborative attitude and strong communication skills

    Why Join?

    • Excellent entry point for a recent Accounting graduate
    • Hands-on training in a supportive learning environment
    • Exposure beyond AP into general ledger accounting, close, reconciliations, and audits
    • Contract-to-hire opportunity with potential for long-term growth
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