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3 results for Entry Level Accountant Financial Services in Bakersfield, CA

Accounting Clerk

Porterville, CA
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Temporary / Contract
19 - 22 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to support daily financial operations for a Financial Services organization in Porterville, California. This Contract position is ideal for someone who is organized and comfortable handling a mix of payable, receivable, and high-volume data entry tasks. The role will contribute to accurate transaction processing, timely record maintenance, and responsive service for internal and external stakeholders. Responsibilities: • Process vendor invoices, verify supporting documentation, and prepare payments in alignment with established procedures. • Record incoming payments, update customer account activity, and help maintain accurate accounts receivable balances. • Enter financial and customer information into accounting systems with a high level of speed and accuracy. • Review billing records and transaction details to identify discrepancies and escalate or resolve issues promptly. • Assist with routine account reconciliations and support the accuracy of daily and monthly financial records. • Respond to payment- and invoice-related questions from customers, vendors, and internal teams in a thorough and organized manner. • Apply banking policies and compliance standards when handling financial documentation and transaction activity. • Support ongoing accounting operations by organizing records, maintaining files, and assisting with system-based invoice processing tasks.
2026-06-01T00:00:00Z

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.
2026-05-29T00:00:00Z

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.
2026-05-29T00:00:00Z