Tammy Power, Recruiting Manager, Robert Half is looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in Bakersfield, California. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to a stable and growing organization while honing your accounting expertise. The ideal candidate will play a key role in handling payroll, financial reporting, and audits, ensuring compliance and accuracy in all accounting processes. Responsibilities:• Process full-cycle payroll, ensuring timely and accurate payment to employees.• Prepare and maintain general ledger entries, account reconciliations, and support monthly close activities.• Assist in the preparation of financial statements and ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards.• Coordinate with external auditors by compiling required documentation and supporting annual audit processes.• Assist with accounts payable and receivable functions, including communication with vendors and customers.• Create journal entries, accruals, and adjusting entries as necessary to maintain accurate financial records.• Support budget preparation, forecasting, and the development of financial reports.• Monitor internal controls and recommend improvements to enhance accuracy and operational efficiency.• Provide accounting expertise for special projects and perform additional duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. • Minimum of 2 years of progressive accounting experience; public accounting experience is a plus. • Solid knowledge of standard accounting principles and practices. • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with accounting software systems. • Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills. • Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively within a team. • Strong communication skills to interact across various levels of the organization.

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Bakerfield, CA
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Permanent
58000.00 - 66500.00 USD / Yearly
Tammy Power, Recruiting Manager, Robert Half is looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in Bakersfield, California. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to a stable and growing organization while honing your accounting expertise. The ideal candidate will play a key role in handling payroll, financial reporting, and audits, ensuring compliance and accuracy in all accounting processes. Responsibilities:• Process full-cycle payroll, ensuring timely and accurate payment to employees.• Prepare and maintain general ledger entries, account reconciliations, and support monthly close activities.• Assist in the preparation of financial statements and ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards.• Coordinate with external auditors by compiling required documentation and supporting annual audit processes.• Assist with accounts payable and receivable functions, including communication with vendors and customers.• Create journal entries, accruals, and adjusting entries as necessary to maintain accurate financial records.• Support budget preparation, forecasting, and the development of financial reports.• Monitor internal controls and recommend improvements to enhance accuracy and operational efficiency.• Provide accounting expertise for special projects and perform additional duties as assigned.
2025-08-29T02:54:04Z