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6 results for Entry Level Staff Accountant in Bakersfield, CA

Payroll Accountant

Keene, CA
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Temporary to Hire
31.25 - 33.65 USD / Hourly
Seeking a Payroll Accountant to join our team! Apply today for immediate consideration. • Process and review payroll to ensure accurate and timely employee compensation in compliance with applicable State and Federal laws and internal policies. • Stay informed of annual changes in State, Federal, and local payroll laws, rate changes, and regulations to ensure ongoing compliance.• Perform monthly payroll reconciliations, including wages, payroll taxes, benefits, and other payroll-related accounts. • Reconcile and maintain payroll-related balance sheet accounts, researching and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner. • Prepare and post journal entries for payroll, accruals, and related adjustments. • Manage payroll rebilling to properties and programs, ensuring labor costs are accurately allocated across multiple entities and funding sources. • Partner with HR, property management, and program teams to validate payroll data, employee classifications, and cost distributions. • Analyze payroll variances and provide clear explanations to management. • Support month-end and year-end close processes related to payroll. • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations, including filings and reporting. • Assist with internal and external audits by preparing payroll schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation. • Perform annual Workers Compensation audit• Contribute to continuous improvement of payroll processes and internal controls. • Other duties as assigned.
2026-04-17T00:00:00Z

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.
2026-04-27T00:00:00Z

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.
2026-04-23T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Keene, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
Tammy Power, Recruiting Manager, with Robert Half is looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team in Keene, California. This role plays a pivotal part in managing financial operations for real estate and nonprofit projects, including affordable housing initiatives. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in construction accounting, financial reporting, and compliance, while supporting intercompany transactions and project transitions. For immediate and confidential consideration, reach out to Tammy Power via LinkedIn. Responsibilities:• Manage accounting processes for predevelopment and construction activities, including project draws, accounts payable/receivable, loan tracking, and financial reconciliations.• Oversee intercompany accounting operations, ensuring accurate consolidation of projects transitioning from construction to operational phases.• Prepare and review financial statements, including balance sheets and profit-and-loss reports, while ensuring timely month-end and year-end closes.• Compile general ledger entries, audit contracts and vouchers, and provide support for external audits.• Coordinate cost certifications, monthly draw packages, and distributions, while managing invoices for partnership, asset, and tenant fees.• Monitor and enforce compliance with organizational policies and internal controls, identifying and addressing errors to improve processes.• Perform detailed financial analysis of assets and liabilities, delivering actionable insights to leadership teams.• Ensure accurate lender and investor reporting, including draw requests and distribution schedules.• Develop and maintain financial policies to enhance operational efficiency and accuracy.• Collaborate across departments to support strategic financial planning and reporting.
2026-04-17T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Bakersfield, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
Tammy Power, Recruiting Manager with Robert Half is looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join a dynamic team in the agriculture industry based in Bakersfield, California. This role is integral to maintaining accurate financial operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. As a Senior Accountant, you will play a key role in financial reporting, compliance, and operational support. For immediate and confidential consideration, reach out to Tammy Power via LinkedIn. Responsibilities:• Oversee daily cash management activities, including bank reconciliations and account analysis.• Prepare and execute month-end close processes, ensuring accurate journal entries and financial reporting.• Analyze financial variances and manage lease accounting in alignment with established standards.• Collaborate with the Assistant Controller to support audits and compliance requirements.• Maintain general ledger accuracy through detailed account reconciliation and review.• Utilize advanced financial software and tools to streamline reporting and analysis.• Provide insights and recommendations to improve financial processes and controls.• Ensure timely and error-free reporting by managing multiple priorities effectively.• Support cross-functional teams with financial data and analysis to aid decision-making.• Adapt to a fast-paced environment with a focus on delivering high-quality results.
2026-04-10T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Bakersfield, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
25 - 35 USD / Hourly
Tammy Power, Recruiting Manager with Robert Half is looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team in Bakersfield, California. In this role, you will manage the full accounts payable process, ensuring accurate and timely payment of invoices while maintaining compliance with company policies. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced professionals seeking to contribute their expertise in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. For immediate consideration contact Tammy Power via LinkedIn. Responsibilities:• Process and verify invoices, ensuring accuracy and proper coding according to company standards.• Conduct regular check runs to facilitate timely payments to vendors.• Maintain detailed records of all accounts payable transactions for audit purposes.• Collaborate with internal teams to resolve discrepancies and ensure smooth invoice processing.• Apply appropriate coding to invoices and reconcile accounts as needed.• Monitor payment schedules and address any overdue accounts promptly.• Assist in preparing reports and summaries related to accounts payable activities.• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and company policies.• Respond to vendor inquiries regarding payments and account statuses.• Support the team with additional tasks during peak workload periods.
2026-04-09T00:00:00Z