“Integrity is doing the right thing, even when no one is watching.” - C.S. Lewis
John Khamis, CPA, MBA, is a forward-thinking, results-focused Chief Financial Officer (CFO) services provider with over 25 years of experience across financial analysis and strategic planning, as well as general operational management and accounting. By fostering cross-functional partnerships, John delivers operational and financial results with expertise in financial forecasts, acquisitions, capital debt financing and valuations.
Throughout his career, John has worked at a Big Four firm and as a Chief Accounting Officer on the industry side of the business. He has partnered with global technology and real estate clients and harnessed unique skills in advisory services, GAAP accounting, SOX compliance and human resources that serve him in his current role as a fractional CFO.
John graduated from the University of California, Irvine, with a Master of Business Administration (MBA) after attending the University of San Diego, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in finance and accounting.
He volunteers with the Irvine Unified School District through their “enhancing child educational experience” program, in which John collaborates with teachers to provide real life examples of common core teachings.
What is your favorite part of working at GHJ?
I value its culture, people and career development.
What do you enjoy most about working with clients?
I enjoy creating value for their thriving or growing businesses and partnering with leaders to drive their success.
What value-add do you bring to clients?
I offer financial expertise for business leaders and financial management teams.
What is your favorite quote that best describes your professional philosophy?
“Integrity is doing the right thing, even when no one is watching.” - C.S. Lewis. In finance and advisory roles, trust and ethics are everything. This quote reinforces the importance of integrity as a guiding principle.
What is your proudest professional moment, and why?
I am most proud when I am building great teams, knowing that I am never the sole smartest person in the room.
Areas of Expertise
Fun Facts
Favorite place in the world:
Hawaii
Favorite band:
Journey
Favorite movie of all time:
Mission Impossible
One word that best describes me:
Relentless
When I am not working, you will catch me doing this:
Buying, selling and trading Pokemon cards
