<p>We are looking for a Senior Accountant to join our team in Porterville, California and help drive accurate, timely financial operations within a manufacturing setting. This position supports core accounting activities, cost and inventory reporting, and business performance analysis while working closely with plant leadership and cross-functional partners. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, hands-on manufacturing experience, and the ability to translate financial information into practical insights for operational decision-making.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage daily accounting activities, including general ledger maintenance, journal entries, accruals, and completion of the month-end close process.</p><p>• Oversee standard cost accounting and review labor, material, and overhead variances to identify trends and explain production performance.</p><p>• Reconcile inventory balances and assist with cycle counts and physical inventory procedures to strengthen accuracy and control.</p><p>• Maintain fixed asset records and support depreciation tracking to ensure reliable financial reporting.</p><p>• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations, respond to audit support requests, and help uphold strong internal control practices.</p><p>• Analyze overhead absorption, cost of goods sold, and plant-level margins to support financial visibility for leadership.</p><p>• Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and profitability analysis for manufacturing operations and business planning.</p><p>• Work closely with operations, supply chain, and sales teams to support billing, collections, revenue reporting, and cost improvement efforts.</p><p>• Provide regular financial reporting and actionable analysis to the General Manager and assist with tax-related accounting support, including sales and state tax activities.</p>
<p>Tammy Power, Recruiting Manager with Robert Half is partnering with a company looking for an experienced Plant Controller to provide financial direction for operations in Kern County, California. This position works closely with plant and executive leadership to strengthen profitability, improve reporting visibility, and support sound business decisions across production and agricultural activities. The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in cost accounting, forecasting, and operational analysis within a fast-paced, production-focused environment.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration, contact Tammy Power via LinkedIn. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct operational accounting activities and deliver accurate financial reporting for plant and production functions.</p><p>• Build and oversee budgets, forecasts, and longer-term financial plans that support operational goals and business growth.</p><p>• Evaluate financial and operating results, highlight meaningful trends, and present practical recommendations to leadership.</p><p>• Manage cost accounting processes, including inventory valuation, standard costing, and analysis of manufacturing variances.</p><p>• Track and interpret key performance measures tied to labor, output, yield, and overall operating efficiency.</p><p>• Collaborate with operations leaders to identify opportunities to increase margins and improve plant performance.</p><p>• Maintain strong internal controls and ensure adherence to accounting standards, company policies, and applicable regulations.</p><p>• Lead month-end and year-end close activities related to plant and operational finance.</p><p>• Support capital planning, strategic initiatives, and financial analysis for expansion or process improvement efforts.</p><p>• Guide and develop accounting staff while preparing financial presentations and reporting packages for senior leadership.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Accounting Specialist to support financial operations for an agriculture-focused organization in Bakersfield, California. This opportunity is ideal for a hands-on accounting specialist who can oversee core accounting activities, maintain accurate records, and help ensure timely reporting. The role requires strong knowledge of general ledger management, close processes, reconciliations, and audit support while contributing to the day-to-day integrity of accounting functions.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead the monthly close cycle by reviewing transactions, preparing supporting schedules, and ensuring deadlines are met.</p><p>• Oversee general ledger activity and maintain accurate financial records through careful review and correction of account balances.</p><p>• Prepare and post journal entries to reflect routine and adjusting transactions in accordance with accounting standards.</p><p>• Perform detailed account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies to support accurate financial reporting.</p><p>• Coordinate documentation and provide support during financial statement audit activities.</p><p>• Supervise accounts payable and accounts receivable processes to promote timely payments, collections, and proper recording.</p><p>• Manage bookkeeping operations, including full charge bookkeeping responsibilities across daily and periodic accounting tasks.</p><p>• Review accounting workflows and assist with process-related changes or system updates as needed within the department.</p>
<p>Tammy Power, Recruiting Manager with Robert Half is looking for an experienced Tax or Audit Staff team member to support a public accounting environment in Bakersfield, California. This role focuses on preparing accurate tax filings for individuals and businesses and/or audit while contributing to broader client service and compliance efforts. The ideal candidate brings a solid foundation in tax preparation, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively across both tax and audit-related assignments.</p><p><br></p><p>For consideration reach out to Tammy Power via LinkedIn.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and review federal, state, and local tax returns for individual and corporate clients with a high degree of accuracy.</p><p>• Gather, organize, and analyze financial information to complete tax engagements efficiently and in accordance with applicable regulations.</p><p>• Research tax issues and apply current guidance to help address client questions and filing requirements.</p><p>• Support planning and compliance activities by identifying discrepancies, resolving documentation gaps, and maintaining complete workpapers.</p><p>• Use of systems related tax software to produce returns, manage engagement data, and track filing progress.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal team members on audit-related tasks and assist with assigned audit functions as business needs require.</p><p>• Communicate with clients and colleagues to clarify financial details, request missing information, and help keep projects on schedule.</p>