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5 results for Accounting Specialist in Bakersfield, CA

Accounting Clerk

Bakersfield, CA
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Temporary to Hire
20.9 - 24.2 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to join a growing team in California. This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing front-office support with core accounting tasks in a steady Monday through Friday schedule. The position offers room for career development and welcomes candidates with at least one year of experience, while also providing training for someone eager to learn and contribute. Responsibilities:• Manage daily front-desk activities by greeting visitors, directing inquiries, and handling a multi-line phone system in an efficient manner.• Support accounting operations by processing accounts payable transactions accurately and keeping vendor records organized.• Prepare and post accounts receivable entries, track incoming payments, and assist with resolving billing questions.• Review employee timecards for completeness and help process payroll information on a consistent schedule.• Maintain clear email communication with internal teams, customers, and vendors regarding administrative and accounting matters.• Use QuickBooks Online to record financial activity, update account information, and support routine bookkeeping tasks.• Create, update, and organize spreadsheets in Microsoft Excel to track financial data and assist with reporting.• Provide general administrative support to ensure office workflows remain efficient and day-to-day operations run smoothly.
2026-06-23T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Bakersfield, CA
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Temporary to Hire
26.6 - 30.8 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join a team in California. This role is responsible for delivering accurate, timely payroll processing for a large employee population while supporting compliance with tax rules, labor requirements, and union-related obligations. The ideal candidate brings strong payroll systems experience, sound judgment when resolving discrepancies, and the ability to work closely with HR and finance partners. Responsibilities:• Manage full-cycle payroll processing for weekly, biweekly, and monthly pay periods across multi-state operations and union environments.• Review and calculate regular pay, overtime, incentive earnings, commissions, bonuses, and employee deductions with a high degree of accuracy.• Maintain payroll information in designated payroll platforms and ensure employee records, earnings, and withholdings remain current and correct.• Administer union-related payroll items such as dues, benefit contributions, and contract-based pay rules or schedules.• Coordinate the delivery of employee payments through direct deposit or check processing and support access to pay statements.• Reconcile payroll registers and investigate variances by partnering with internal teams to correct issues promptly.• Prepare and submit payroll tax filings to applicable federal, state, and local agencies within required deadlines.• Process garnishments, levies, and other court-ordered deductions in accordance with legal and regulatory requirements.• Preserve organized payroll documentation to support audits, compliance reviews, and employee questions.• Work cross-functionally to align payroll activity with timekeeping, benefits administration, and related business systems.
2026-06-23T00:00:00Z

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.
2026-06-25T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Keene, CA
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Temporary to Hire
32.3 - 37.4 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team. This role supports day-to-day accounting operations while contributing to accurate financial reporting, compliance efforts, and account analysis across assigned entities. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger experience, sound judgment, and the ability to work collaboratively with internal stakeholders to maintain reliable financial records. Responsibilities:• Prepare, review, and interpret recurring and ad hoc financial reports, including balance sheet and income statement activity, to ensure accurate period reporting.• Maintain the general ledger and chart of accounts, posting adjustments and reviewing transactions for completeness and proper classification.• Perform detailed reconciliations for balance sheet and income statement accounts, investigate variances, and help resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.• Support budgeting and financial analysis activities by compiling data, validating figures, and presenting information in a clear and usable format.• Assist with external and internal audit readiness by organizing documentation, responding to requests, and helping uphold fiscal compliance standards.• Produce required financial filings and periodic reports for regulatory or government agencies in accordance with established deadlines.• Manage fixed asset records and depreciation schedules to ensure assets are tracked accurately and reported appropriately.• Develop spreadsheets, templates, and allocation models that improve data collection, cost distribution, and financial visibility.• Partner with accounting staff and operational teams to verify financial information, answer questions, and promote consistent accounting practices.
2026-07-06T00:00:00Z

Bookkeeper

Bakersfield, CA
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Temporary / Contract
22.8 - 26.4 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a dependable Bookkeeper to support daily financial operations for a business in Bakersfield, California. This position is well suited to someone who is highly organized, attentive to detail, and confident managing accounting records with accuracy. The role partners closely with the Accounting Manager to help keep transactions current, maintain orderly documentation, and support efficient office workflows. Responsibilities:• Manage routine bookkeeping activities by recording financial transactions accurately and keeping supporting documentation organized.• Process vendor invoices and payment activity while helping maintain timely and accurate accounts payable records.• Track incoming payments, update customer account information, and assist with accounts receivable follow-up as needed.• Reconcile bank statements and internal records regularly to identify discrepancies and help ensure balanced accounts.• Maintain up-to-date financial files and data entries in QuickBooks to support reporting accuracy and day-to-day accounting needs.• Assist the Accounting Manager with administrative and accounting tasks that contribute to smooth department operations.• Review financial information for completeness and accuracy, resolving minor issues or escalating concerns when appropriate.
2026-06-23T00:00:00Z