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5 results for Accounting Manager in Bakersfield, CA

Payroll Accountant

Keene, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
Tammy Power, Recruiting Manager with Robert Half is looking for a Payroll Accountant to join a mission-focused organization in Kern County where accuracy, compliance, and financial stewardship are essential to supporting a broad community impact. This position plays a key role in managing payroll accounting activities across multiple entities, ensuring employees are paid correctly while payroll-related records remain balanced and audit-ready. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting knowledge, experience with multi-state payroll, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams in a deadline-driven environment. For immediate consideration, contact Tammy Power via LinkedIn Responsibilities:• Oversee payroll processing activities to help ensure employees are compensated accurately, on schedule, and in accordance with applicable regulations and organizational standards.• Monitor updates to federal, state, and local payroll rules and apply changes as needed to maintain ongoing compliance across payroll operations.• Complete monthly reviews of payroll-related transactions, including compensation, taxes, benefits, and other associated accounts, to confirm accuracy and resolve inconsistencies.• Maintain and reconcile payroll balance sheet accounts, investigating discrepancies and implementing timely corrections when needed.• Prepare payroll journal entries, accruals, and other accounting adjustments to support accurate financial reporting.• Allocate payroll expenses across properties, programs, and entities so labor costs are assigned correctly to the appropriate funding sources.• Work closely with human resources, property teams, and program staff to verify employee data, job classifications, and cost distributions.• Analyze fluctuations in payroll results and present clear explanations to leadership and finance stakeholders.• Assist with month-end and year-end close activities, payroll tax reporting, audit support, and annual workers compensation audit preparation.• Recommend and support improvements to payroll procedures and internal controls to strengthen efficiency and compliance.
2026-04-27T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Bakersfield, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
95000 - 105000 USD / Yearly
Tammy Power, Recruiting Manager with Robert Half looking for a highly skilled Senior Accountant to join an agriculture-focused organization in Bakersfield, California. This position is integral to the financial management of operations, with a strong emphasis on fixed assets, depreciation, and tax compliance. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in accounting practices and contribute to the growth and efficiency of the company. For immediate and confidential consideration, contact me via LinkedIn Responsibilities:• Oversee the fixed asset subledger, managing additions, disposals, transfers, and maintaining accurate records for orchard equipment and land improvements.• Prepare and post monthly depreciation schedules and related journal entries for agricultural assets.• Support tax compliance by assisting with income, property, and agriculture-related tax schedules, and coordinating with external tax preparers.• Execute month-end close procedures, including fixed asset reconciliations and variance analyses.• Reconcile the fixed asset subledger with the general ledger on a monthly basis, ensuring discrepancies are investigated and resolved.• Evaluate operating expenses to identify capitalizable costs related to orchard infrastructure and equipment.• Monitor construction projects for irrigation systems and facility upgrades, facilitating the transfer of completed assets into service.• Develop fixed asset roll-forward schedules and provide documentation for annual audits.• Prepare financial reports analyzing asset utilization to assist orchard management in decision-making.• Ensure compliance with U.S. accounting standards and internal company policies.
2026-04-23T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Delano, CA
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Temporary / Contract
36.442 - 42.196 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to an organization through hands-on accounting leadership and detailed financial oversight. This position is ideal for an experienced, detail-oriented individual who can manage complex ledger activity, produce reliable financial reporting, and help guide accounting staff with a high level of independence. The role requires sound judgment, strong technical accounting knowledge, and the ability to maintain accuracy across multiple accounts, reconciliations, and compliance-related records. Responsibilities:• Review financial records and transaction documentation to confirm accuracy, resolve discrepancies, and post necessary adjustments.• Process general ledger entries and maintain the integrity of account structures, including updates to account coding and descriptions when needed.• Analyze ledger activity and supporting records to ensure transactions are properly authorized and aligned with contractual, regulatory, and policy requirements.• Maintain subsidiary ledgers and control accounts while tracking activity across a range of funds, accounts, and financial transactions.• Prepare journal entries, trial balances, reconciliations, and recurring financial reports on monthly, quarterly, and annual cycles.• Complete bank reconciliations for pooled cash, trust, and other assigned accounts, including recording interest activity and researching outstanding items.• Compile financial statements, schedules, and supporting reports for internal review and submission to regulatory or oversight agencies.• Research and calculate assessment-related financial data, ensuring records are properly documented and certified where required.• Provide day-to-day guidance to accounting and clerical team members and contribute to performance feedback, staff development, and disciplinary recommendations as needed.
2026-05-13T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Bakersfield, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
Tammy Power, Recruiting Manager with Robert Half is looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join a dynamic team in the agriculture industry based in Bakersfield, California. This role is integral to maintaining accurate financial operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. As a Senior Accountant, you will play a key role in financial reporting, compliance, and operational support. For immediate and confidential consideration, reach out to Tammy Power via LinkedIn. Responsibilities:• Oversee daily cash management activities, including bank reconciliations and account analysis.• Prepare and execute month-end close processes, ensuring accurate journal entries and financial reporting.• Analyze financial variances and manage lease accounting in alignment with established standards.• Collaborate with the Assistant Controller to support audits and compliance requirements.• Maintain general ledger accuracy through detailed account reconciliation and review.• Utilize advanced financial software and tools to streamline reporting and analysis.• Provide insights and recommendations to improve financial processes and controls.• Ensure timely and error-free reporting by managing multiple priorities effectively.• Support cross-functional teams with financial data and analysis to aid decision-making.• Adapt to a fast-paced environment with a focus on delivering high-quality results.
2026-05-15T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Bakersfield, CA
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Temporary / Contract
22.8 - 26.4 USD / Hourly
Immediate open Accounts Payable Specialist to support our team in Bakersfield, California. This position will provide critical coverage with accurate payment processing while ensuring day-to-day accounts payable activities continue without interruption. The ideal candidate brings hands-on AP experience, sound judgment when managing approvals, and the ability to work carefully with both electronic records and paper-based payment processes. Responsibilities:• Manage the full accounts payable cycle by reviewing incoming invoices, assigning appropriate account codes, routing documents for authorization, entering data into QuickBooks, and preparing payments for release.• Process vendor payments through both ACH and check methods, with particular attention to maintaining accuracy for organizations that continue to use paper checks.• Coordinate regular mid-week check runs to ensure invoices are paid according to schedule and internal timelines are met.• Follow established approval workflows by obtaining authorization for payable items, including subcontractor-related expenses, and send follow-ups when approvals are delayed.• Maintain organized invoice and payment records using designated filing practices while ensuring documents are stored in accordance with company procedures.• Support accounts payable activities across two related business entities, applying the correct company information and payment handling requirements for each transaction.• Prepare checks for signature, distribute completed payments by mail, and use postage equipment to send vendor payments accurately.• Assist with administrative AP-related tasks tied to supporting systems, including handling manual log entries and following procedures for secure document access and retention.• Apply care when reviewing recurring expenses such as utilities, including situations where annual reconciliations affect billing amounts and payment totals.
2026-05-21T00:00:00Z