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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.
GHJ is looking for a Learning and Performance Specialist
WHY we get up in the morning
At GHJ we help our people and clients pursue their passions, build thriving businesses, and create a better future.
WHAT we believe
We believe that collaboration is the foundation for success. We work as a business advocate for our clients - providing personalized service and building long-term relationships to help position our clients for the future.
HOW we succeed
We are deeply committed to our core values of Bright Minds, Brave Hearts and Bold Actions and incorporate them into every aspect of our business. By living these values, we are able to meet our strategic objectives of Remaining Fiercely Independent (financial success), Meeting client demands/needs (client success), Reinforcing and expanding cultural distinction (people success).
Summary of Role:
The Learning and Performance Specialist will be responsible for the administration and support of all employee training events, management of the Learning Management System, and supporting the employee Performance cycles. Reporting to the Manager, Learning and Performance, this role is integral into the success of our employee Learning and Performance programs, cycles and systems.
You will be responsible for:
Learning and Development
Partner with the Manager, Learning & Performance, to execute the firm's learning strategy and annual development priorities.
Learning Program Administration

• Coordinate all firm learning events, both virtual and in person.
• Manage training logistics, including scheduling, room setup, technology, materials, registration, attendance, evaluations, and communications.
• Coordinate external learning, CPE logistics, and professional development opportunities.
• Partner with department administrators and business leaders to ensure learning needs are met.
• Partner with the India team on any training administration.

Learning Management System (LMS)

• Serve as primary administrator for the Learning Management System, currently LC Vista.
• Create and maintain learning content, assignments, learning paths, and certifications.
• Troubleshoot user issues and provide LMS support.
• Based on NASBA standards, maintain accurate employee learning records and reporting. Monitor course completion and compliance requirements.
• Developing reports that provide meaningful insights to leadership or department representatives.

Professional Development

• Maintain career development resources and competency models.
• Support facilitation of instructor-led and virtual learning programs.
• Coordinate onboarding learning experiences for new hires and interns.
• Track Continuing Professional Education (CPE), licenses, certifications, and credential renewals.

Vendor Management

• Coordinate relationships with external vendors.
• Schedule facilitators and manage training contracts.
• Assist in evaluating vendor effectiveness and learning outcomes.

Performance Management

• Coordinate and launch annual and mid-year performance review cycles alongside the performance team.
• Support goal setting, performance evaluations, and calibration meetings.
• Prepare communications, timelines, and employee resources.
• Maintain performance documentation and system accuracy.
• Assist managers and employees with performance management questions.
• Stay informed on emerging trends and best practices in learning, talent development, and performance management.

What we need from you:

• Passionate about learning and helping others succeed.
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail.
• A strong project manager who can balance multiple priorities.
• Curious and always looking for ways to improve processes.
• Customer-focused with exceptional relationship-building skills.
• Comfortable working independently while collaborating across departments.
• Analytical and able to translate data into actionable insights.
• Adaptable in a fast-paced professional services environment.
• An excellent communicator, both written and verbal.
• Professional, approachable, and committed to delivering exceptional service.

What skills & experience you'll bring to us:
Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Education, Communications, Industrial-Organizational Psychology, Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 2+ years of experience in Learning & Development, Talent Development, Human Resources, Organizational Development, or a related field.
• Experience administering a Learning Management System (LMS).
• Experience coordinating learning programs or employee development initiatives.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.

Preferred

• Experience within a public accounting or professional services firm.
• Knowledge of Continuing Professional Education (CPE) requirements.
• Experience supporting performance management processes.
• Experience with LMS and performance management systems.
• Experience with video editing programs.
• AI productivity tools (e.g., ChatGPT)

Seven decades, overriding focus: our people and our clients.
GHJ was founded in 1953, making us one of the oldest independent firms in the Los Angeles area. Ranked as a top 20 largest accounting firm on the Los Angeles Business Journal's Book of Lists, the firm has 24 partners and approximately 200 staff members that serve over 3,000 clients. Our firm is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), the AICPA Governmental Audit Quality Center (GAQC), Public Company Accounting Oversite Board (PCAOB), the California Society of CPAs and the California Association of Nonprofits (CAN). Collaboration and maintaining strong relationships are the cornerstones of our success.
We are also an independent member of HLB International, a worldwide organization of over 250 member professional accounting firms and business advisors. This affiliation gives us access to the subject matter experts of other member firms and provides consulting and professional services in over 158 countries through its nearly 800 offices worldwide.
GHJ complies with all local/state regulations in regards to displaying salary ranges. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. Any offered salary is determined based on internal equity, internal salary ranges, market data, ranges, applicant's skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications (e.g. JD, technology), for example. At GHJ, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is: $75,000-85,000.
Equal Employment Opportunity
GHJ is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable law, we prohibit discrimination against any applicant or employee based on any legally-recognized basis, including, but not limited to: race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age (40 and over), national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed service member status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. Our commitment to equal opportunity employment applies to all persons involved in our operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee, including Department Heads and co-workers.
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