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13 results for Accounts Payable Specialist in Bakersfield, CA

Accounts Payable / Receivable
  • Keene, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 56000.00 - 57000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Tammy Power, Recruiting Manager with Robert Half is looking for a detail-oriented individual for the Accounts Payable / Receivable position to join our client's team in Kern County, California. In this role, you will play a key part in managing and maintaining financial records, ensuring the accuracy of transactions, and supporting efficient payment and invoicing processes. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a collaborative, fast-paced environment within a stable and well-established organization.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process and verify vendor invoices and vouchers, ensuring timely and accurate payment approvals.</p><p>• Prepare and issue payments while maintaining organized and audit-ready accounts payable and receivable files.</p><p>• Address vendor and customer inquiries by researching and resolving billing discrepancies and payment concerns.</p><p>• Reconcile general ledger accounts, prepare account analyses, and assist with month-end financial closing activities.</p><p>• Enter and apply cash receipts, update customer account ledgers, and generate invoices as required.</p><p>• Handle chargebacks, returns, and adjustments to maintain accurate account balances.</p><p>• Collaborate on special accounting projects and contribute to process improvement initiatives.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures related to financial transactions.</p><p>• Support audits by providing necessary documentation and records for review.</p>
  • 2026-01-16T15:29:26Z
Accounting Clerk
  • Bakerfield, CA
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary to Hire
  • 20.90 - 24.20 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to join our team in Bakersfield, California. In this position, you will play a key role in managing day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring accuracy and efficiency. This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate with strong organizational skills and a solid understanding of accounting principles.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process accounts receivable transactions, including invoicing and payment tracking.</p><p>• Handle occasional accounts payable duties, ensuring accurate and timely payments.</p><p>• Maintain and update accounting databases to ensure data integrity.</p><p>• Record journal entries and assist with general ledger maintenance.</p><p>• Reconcile cash receipts and bank accounts to ensure financial accuracy.</p><p>• Review and process invoices, verifying details for completeness and accuracy.</p><p>• Perform data entry tasks to support accounting operations.</p><p>• Collaborate with team members to ensure seamless financial workflows.</p><p>• Utilize QuickBooks for managing and tracking financial activities.</p>
  • 2026-02-04T22:43:41Z
Bookkeeper
  • Visalia, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 55000.00 - 70000.00 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a highly organized and detail-focused Bookkeeper to join our team in Visalia, California. In this role, you will play a crucial part in managing financial records, ensuring accurate bookkeeping, and supporting daily operations within a meticulous CPA firm environment. This position offers an excellent opportunity for growth and development in financial management.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process and reconcile accounts payable and accounts receivable to maintain accurate financial records.<br>• Manage payroll operations using ADP software, including tracking employee hours and processing payments.<br>• Prepare and input bills into accounting systems while generating internal financial statements.<br>• Handle vendor relationships and ensure timely and accurate bookkeeping entries.<br>• Assist with monthly financial reporting and provide support for tax preparation functions as needed.<br>• Perform bank reconciliations to ensure account accuracy and resolve discrepancies.<br>• Collaborate with firm leadership to address administrative and operational tasks effectively.<br>• Train under the current Office Manager to seamlessly transition into responsibilities.<br>• Utilize QuickBooks and other bookkeeping software to maintain organized financial systems.<br>• Support firm operations with general accounting and organizational tasks.
  • 2026-01-21T14:28:56Z
Accounting Assistant
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 52.25 - 60.50 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced Accounting Assistant for a contract position in Bakersfield, California. This role focuses on facilitating data migration from QuickBooks Desktop to QuickBooks Online while ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records. The ideal candidate will bring advanced expertise in accounting principles and QuickBooks software.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Conduct pre-migration audits to ensure the accuracy of the client’s Chart of Accounts and financial data.<br>• Reconcile all bank and credit card statements prior to initiating the migration process.<br>• Review and classify open transactions to ensure proper categorization.<br>• Verify outstanding invoices and bills are accurately recorded and resolved.<br>• Ensure the client’s balance sheet aligns with their latest tax return for seamless migration.<br>• Complete pending payroll runs and confirm payroll tax payments have been submitted.<br>• Determine the appropriate migration workflow based on the client's QuickBooks version.<br>• Assist clients using older QuickBooks versions in navigating the web-based migration tool and uploading their company file.<br>• Validate the accuracy of migrated data, including Chart of Accounts, vendors, customers, and transaction history.<br>• Provide post-migration support to help clients fully adopt QuickBooks Online features.
  • 2026-02-09T18:48:40Z
Full Charge Bookkeeper
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 75000.00 - 85000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Tammy Power, Recruiting Manager with Robert Half is looking for a highly skilled Office Manager/Full Charge Bookkeeper to join their team in Kern County. This position offers an opportunity to oversee comprehensive accounting responsibilities, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, organized, and capable of managing payroll, financial reporting, and administrative tasks in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration, reach out to Tammy Power via LinkedIn. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process and manage bi-weekly payroll, maintaining accurate records for employee hours and wages.</p><p>• Monitor and update employee vacation balances, sick leave, and payouts.</p><p>• Handle accounts payable transactions, ensuring timely and accurate payments to vendors.</p><p>• Perform monthly reconciliations of general ledger accounts to maintain financial accuracy.</p><p>• Collaborate with external accounting firms to assist with quarterly reporting and tax filings.</p><p>• Manage electronic filing of payroll tax submissions and workers’ compensation reports.</p><p>• Maintain and organize customer account files, including billing and payment activities.</p><p>• Oversee the annual healthcare insurance enrollment process and ensure compliance with reporting requirements.</p><p>• Prepare monthly internal financial statements and contribute to annual external reporting processes.</p><p>• Review and audit vendor invoices and recurring utility bills to verify accuracy and resolve discrepancies.</p>
  • 2026-01-22T17:53:39Z
Accounting Manager
  • Visalia, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 85000.00 - 105000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Tyler Houk (Practice Director) with Robert Half is looking for a dedicated Accounting Manager to join our team in Visalia, California. This role is vital for overseeing financial operations, ensuring compliance with grant requirements, and leading the accounting department with strong organizational and leadership skills. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in nonprofit accounting and a commitment to fostering a collaborative work environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead and manage the accounting department, providing guidance and supervision to team members.</p><p>• Oversee financial operations, including general ledger management, cash flow monitoring, purchasing, accounts payable and receivable, and payroll.</p><p>• Conduct monthly reconciliations, such as bank statements and grant accounts, to ensure accuracy.</p><p>• Execute month-end closing procedures, prepare detailed financial reports, and present findings to the board of directors and leadership team.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with grant and contract fiscal reporting requirements by collaborating across departments.</p><p>• Plan and coordinate annual audits, ensuring all processes are completed efficiently and accurately.</p><p>• Prepare and submit required tax returns while adhering to applicable regulations.</p><p>• Develop and implement effective fiscal policies to support organizational goals.</p><p>• Monitor federal grant award management regulations and ensure adherence to funding agency requirements.</p><p>• Address additional tasks as assigned to support the organization’s financial health and mission.</p>
  • 2026-02-13T16:58:41Z
Full Charge Bookkeeper
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 25000.00 - 35000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Tammy Power, Recruiting Manager with Robert Half looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Full Charge Bookkeeper to join our client's team on a part-time basis in Bakersfield, California. In this role, you will be responsible for managing comprehensive bookkeeping tasks for a variety of clients, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in financial records. This position is ideal for individuals who excel at multitasking and have a strong background in bookkeeping and QuickBooks.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate and confidential consideration, reach out to Tammy Power via LinkedIn.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Handle full-cycle bookkeeping tasks, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and bank reconciliations using QuickBooks.</p><p>• Prepare accurate financial statements and track expenses to maintain proper financial documentation.</p><p>• Perform month-end closings and ensure all accounts are reconciled and balanced.</p><p>• Manage multi-entity accounting setups and provide support for audits and compliance reviews.</p><p>• Generate custom financial reports tailored to client needs and assist with tax preparation.</p><p>• Collaborate with clients to maintain clear communication and provide updates on financial matters.</p><p>• Ensure records are audit-ready and meet all regulatory requirements.</p><p>• Provide advisory services to small businesses and service firms as needed.</p><p>• Maintain organized and efficient workflows to manage multiple client accounts effectively.</p><p>• Identify and resolve discrepancies in financial records promptly.</p>
  • 2026-02-04T00:43:38Z
Accounting Clerk
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary to Hire
  • 21.85 - 24.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to join our team in Bakersfield, California. This position is offering the opportunity to grow professionally in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong computer skills, excellent organizational abilities, and a keen attention to detail.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Accurately process and record financial transactions, including accounts payable and receivable.</p><p>• Maintain and update financial records and ensure they are organized and easily accessible.</p><p>• Perform data entry tasks to support financial reporting and analysis.</p><p>• Assist with preparing invoices, reconciling accounts, and generating financial reports.</p><p>• Collaborate with team members to ensure timely completion of accounting tasks.</p><p>• Review and verify the accuracy of financial documents and resolve discrepancies.</p><p>• Support month-end and year-end closing processes as needed.</p><p>• Communicate effectively with internal departments and external vendors regarding financial matters.</p><p>• Adhere to company policies and accounting standards to ensure compliance.</p>
  • 2026-02-05T17:48:40Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 70000.00 - 85000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Tammy Power, Recruiting Manager with Robert Half is looking for a Senior Accountant to join a dynamic team in Bakersfield, California. This role is vital for ensuring accurate financial processes, maintaining compliance, and supporting project-based operations. The ideal candidate will excel in managing accounting functions, collaborating with leadership, and driving efficiency in financial reporting and billing.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Perform weekly accounts payable processing and reconciliations, ensuring vendor and client profiles are up-to-date in the accounting system.</p><p>• Oversee accounts receivable activities, monitoring past-due balances and coordinating with internal teams to support collections and client communications.</p><p>• Manage month-end closing procedures, including consultant invoice processing, preparation of schedules, and basic financial reconciliations.</p><p>• Generate and review monthly project invoices, collaborating with project managers and leadership to ensure alignment with contracts and accuracy.</p><p>• Track and update project budgets, contract values, and consultant expenses within the firm’s project management platform.</p><p>• Produce periodic financial reports for leadership, summarizing metrics such as aging accounts, cash flow trends, and project performance.</p><p>• Maintain organized records for audits, tax filings, and external reporting requirements.</p><p>• Support the refinement of accounting procedures and internal controls, working closely with external accounting professionals as needed.</p>
  • 2026-01-21T16:58:38Z
Controller
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 115000.00 - 125000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Tammy Power, Recruiting Manager with Robert Half is looking for an experienced Controller to join a thriving healthcare organization in Bakersfield, California. In this role, you will take the lead in managing the financial operations, ensuring accuracy in reporting, and driving compliance with regulatory standards. This position offers the chance to contribute to strategic decision-making and foster growth within a dynamic team environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage and oversee all aspects of full-cycle accounting, including general ledger activities, accounts payable and receivable, and month-end close processes.</p><p>• Prepare precise financial statements, reports, and analyses to support executive leadership in strategic planning.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and maintain strong internal controls across accounting operations.</p><p>• Develop and implement accounting policies and procedures to improve efficiency and accuracy.</p><p>• Collaborate with various departments to facilitate budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning.</p><p>• Lead and mentor finance staff, encouraging attention to detail and high performance within the team.</p><p>• Monitor and evaluate financial systems to identify areas for improvement and implement solutions.</p><p>• Analyze financial data to identify trends and provide actionable insights for organizational growth.</p><p>• Partner with leadership to align financial strategies with broader business objectives.</p><p>• Stay updated on industry regulations and ensure adherence to all applicable standards.</p>
  • 2026-01-16T15:29:26Z
Controller
  • Mcfarland, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 120000.00 - 150000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Tammy Power, Recruiting Manager with Robert Half is looking for an experienced Controller to join a respected agricultural organization in McFarland, California. In this pivotal leadership role, you will oversee financial operations, guide strategic planning, and ensure the accuracy and efficiency of financial reporting. Your expertise will help drive operational success while partnering with executive leadership to align financial strategies with business goals.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Supervise and manage all accounting functions, including general ledger management, financial reporting, cost accounting, and inventory control.</p><p>• Prepare accurate monthly and annual financial statements, budgets, and perform variance analyses.</p><p>• Lead financial planning and forecasting efforts, collaborating with operations to analyze production costs and evaluate capital expenditure initiatives.</p><p>• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll functions to ensure accuracy and compliance.</p><p>• Manage relationships with banks, auditors, and insurance providers, ensuring adherence to regulatory and organizational standards.</p><p>• Develop and implement process improvements, automation strategies, and internal controls to enhance efficiency and reduce errors.</p><p>• Provide financial insights and reporting to executive management and ownership to support strategic decision-making.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards while maintaining strong internal controls.</p><p>• Collaborate across departments to align financial strategies with operational priorities.</p>
  • 2026-01-21T14:28:56Z
Assistant Controller
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 120000.00 - 150000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Tammy Power, Recruiting Manager with Robert Half is looking for a dedicated Assistant Controller to join a leading farming company based in Kern County. This role is pivotal in ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance within a dynamic agricultural environment. As part of the team, you will support budgeting, forecasting, and strategic financial planning related to various farm operations.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate and confidential consideration, reach out to Tammy Power via LinkedIn.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage month-end and year-end closing processes, including general ledger reconciliations, variance analysis, and the preparation of financial statements.</p><p>• Oversee accounts payable and receivable functions, cash flow management, and inventory costing for farming activities such as planting, harvesting, and equipment usage.</p><p>• Support annual audits and tax compliance efforts, ensuring alignment with regulatory standards and industry practices.</p><p>• Perform cost accounting tasks and maintain financial systems to ensure accurate and efficient data management.</p><p>• Collaborate with field operations teams to analyze farm-specific metrics like yield and commodity pricing.</p><p>• Supervise accounting staff and provide leadership in financial operations and reporting.</p><p>• Assist in creating and monitoring budgets, forecasts, and strategic financial plans.</p><p>• Ensure adherence to agricultural tax regulations and compliance requirements.</p><p>• Evaluate financial performance and suggest improvements to optimize operational efficiency.</p><p>• Adapt to seasonal demands and provide financial insights tailored to the unique needs of the agriculture sector.</p>
  • 2026-01-30T01:14:02Z
Accounts Receivable Clerk
  • Visalia, CA
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary to Hire
  • 20.90 - 24.20 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a skilled Accounts Receivable Clerk to join our team in Visalia, California. This contract-to-permanent position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to the financial operations of the company while growing as a detail-oriented individual. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to providing exceptional service.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage accounts receivable processes, ensuring timely collection of outstanding balances.</p><p>• Handle collections and maintain positive relationships with clients.</p><p>• Apply payments accurately and reconcile cash transactions.</p><p>• Oversee billing functions, ensuring invoices are generated and distributed promptly.</p><p>• Perform administrative tasks related to accounts receivable and financial reporting.</p><p>• Utilize QuickBooks to track financial data and maintain accurate records.</p><p>• Coordinate scheduling and manage deadlines for financial operations.</p><p>• Provide excellent customer service to address inquiries and resolve issues.</p><p>• Collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth financial workflows.</p>
  • 2026-02-10T00:53:38Z