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4 results for Business Analyst in Bakersfield, CA

Financial Planning & Analysis Manager

Bakersfield, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
95000.00 - 120000.00 USD / Yearly
Tammy Power, Recruiting Manager with Robert Half is looking for a Financial Planning & Analysis Manager to join our team in Bakersfield, California. This position plays a central role in guiding budgeting, forecasting, and performance reporting while turning complex financial data into practical business recommendations. The ideal candidate will work closely with leaders across operations, commercial teams, and support functions to strengthen planning processes and improve decision-making. This is a hands-on opportunity for someone who combines analytical depth with strong business partnership skills. For immediate and confidential consideration contact Tammy Power via LinkedIn. Responsibilities:• Lead core FP& A activities by driving the annual budget cycle, maintaining rolling forecasts, producing monthly performance reports, and delivering timely financial analysis.• Manage key elements of the monthly financial review process, highlighting results, explaining business drivers, and identifying emerging risks and opportunities.• Collaborate with department and executive leaders to convert operational and commercial priorities into financial plans, scenarios, and measurable targets.• Oversee forecast consolidation by gathering inputs from cross-functional teams, aligning planning assumptions, and developing a reliable view of future performance.• Evaluate pricing, product mix, profitability, and investment options to support sound business decisions and improved financial outcomes.• Support cash flow planning and working capital analysis to help inform capital deployment and liquidity management.• Contribute to long-range planning efforts through scenario modeling and financial assessment of strategic initiatives.• Improve planning accuracy and consistency by refining forecasting methods, strengthening assumptions, and enhancing collaboration across teams.• Assist with upgrades to FP& A reporting tools, systems, and workflow processes to build more efficient and scalable financial operations.• Prepare concise, decision-oriented presentations and reporting materials for senior leadership discussions.
2026-04-30T22:04:19Z

Staff Accountant

Lancaster, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
65000.00 - 74160.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to support day-to-day financial operations for a food processing organization in Lancaster, California. This position plays an important role in keeping accounting records accurate, timely, and aligned with established standards. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience across core accounting functions and is comfortable working with detailed financial data in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and other closing adjustments to support monthly and annual close activities. • Review general ledger activity, validate account coding, and resolve discrepancies to maintain reliable financial records. • Complete bank and balance sheet reconciliations on a recurring basis and investigate variances as needed. • Track fixed assets, update depreciation schedules, and maintain supporting documentation for capitalized items. • Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, including invoice review, payment support, and customer billing coordination. • Process and record electronic fund transfers with a high level of accuracy and appropriate financial controls. • Compile schedules and supporting records for audit requests and help explain transaction activity during internal and external reviews. • Contribute to the preparation of financial statements and management reports, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow reporting. • Provide financial data and analytical support for planning activities such as budgeting and forecasting. • Organize and maintain accounting files and records in both digital and physical formats for accessibility and compliance.
2026-04-22T22:58:43Z

Staff Accountant

Lancaster, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
70000.00 - 75000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations for a higher education organization in Lancaster, California. This position is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, supporting monthly and quarterly close activities, and delivering reliable analysis that helps guide financial decisions. The role also partners with internal teams to strengthen controls, support audits, and improve the effectiveness of day-to-day accounting processes. Responsibilities: • Manage month-end and quarter-end close activities by preparing and recording journal entries for accruals, amortization, depreciation, banking activity, and other routine accounting transactions. • Complete reconciliations for bank accounts, fixed assets, and key balance sheet accounts, then investigate and resolve variances to maintain ledger accuracy. • Calculate institutional revenue and deferred tuition balances in accordance with applicable revenue recognition standards and established accounting policies. • Maintain lease-related accounting schedules and ensure financial treatment aligns with current reporting requirements. • Analyze fluctuations across income statement and balance sheet accounts, compare results to budget and prior periods, and document explanations for significant changes. • Process student-related billing entries and adjustments in the general ledger while reconciling accounts receivable activity between subledgers and the general ledger. • Prepare recurring billing and invoicing schedules, coordinate with administrative departments as needed, and help resolve discrepancies affecting student accounts. • Support quarterly and annual audit activities by organizing schedules, preparing documentation, and responding to requests from auditors and internal stakeholders. • Contribute to budgeting, strengthen close-process controls, and identify opportunities to improve workflows, automation, and accounting procedures. • Collaborate across departments and assist with special projects or additional accounting support as business needs evolve.
2026-04-29T22:34:04Z

Cost Accountant

Tulare County, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
90000.00 - 130000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a dedicated Cost Accountant to join our team in Tulare County, California. In this role, you will play a critical part in managing product costs, analyzing variances, and supporting operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical skills, cross-functional collaboration abilities, and a deep understanding of cost accounting principles to drive financial transparency and decision-making. Responsibilities:• Maintain and update standard costs, including bills of materials (BOMs), routings, and overhead rates.• Analyze material, labor, and overhead variances, delivering actionable insights through detailed reports.• Support month-end close activities related to inventory and manufacturing variances.• Collaborate with Operations to identify cost drivers and assess the financial impact of production processes.• Assist in developing cost models and conducting margin analyses.• Act as a subject-matter expert for the company’s ERP system, ensuring data integrity and providing system training.• Troubleshoot ERP-related issues and drive enhancements to improve functionality across departments.• Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate reporting and cost transparency.• Provide financial guidance for operational decisions, including pricing, capital expenditures, and inventory management.• Identify areas for improvement in operational and financial processes, and implement solutions to enhance efficiency. If Interested in hearing more, message Ross Wheeler on LinkedIn.
2026-05-01T14:14:05Z