Finance Manager

Atlanta, GA
Client Opportunities – Finance /
Hybrid
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.

Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Finance Manager to oversee internal financial operations and lead day-to-day fiscal management. Reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer, this full-time, salaried position is responsible for financial planning, reporting, compliance, and operational execution across multiple departments.
The ideal candidate will manage accounts payable and receivable, oversee financial reporting cycles, support budgeting efforts, and coordinate with external accountants to ensure timely audits and tax filings. This individual serves as the primary internal financial authority, ensuring all systems and practices align with internal controls and recognized accounting standards.

Key Responsibilities:
Prepare, analyze, and manage monthly and annual financial statements in coordination with external accounting consultants.
Ensure compliance with internal policies and generally accepted accounting principles.
Oversee all billing, receivables, payables, and collections processes.
Collaborate with senior leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.
Monitor organizational cash flow and financial health, keeping stakeholders informed of key changes.
Support annual audit and tax filing processes by coordinating with third-party financial partners.
Analyze and recommend revenue strategies to support long-term financial sustainability.
Partner with internal teams to streamline financial systems and enhance data workflows.
Provide training and guidance to staff on financial protocols and best practices.
Maintain financial systems and reporting platforms to ensure timely and accurate data availability.
Ensure proper documentation and adherence to internal financial controls.
Collaborate with IT and operational teams to maintain alignment between financial systems and other platforms.

Required Skills and Experience:
3–5 years of experience in finance or accounting roles, ideally in small to mid-sized organizations.
Strong understanding of financial compliance, internal controls, and audit processes.
Demonstrated experience with financial reporting, cash flow management, and system oversight.
High proficiency with accounting platforms and financial software (e.g., accounting and CRM tools).
Advanced skills in spreadsheet modeling and financial analysis.
Ability to work cross-functionally and communicate financial information clearly to a variety of audiences.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Integrity, discretion, and commitment to confidentiality and ethical financial practices.

Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
Technologically savvy and able to adapt to evolving systems and processes.
Comfortable working independently and collaboratively across departments.
$75,000 - $85,000 a year
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