Staff Accountant

Robert Half • Bakersfield, CA • 22h ago

Description

We are looking for a highly skilled Staff Accountant to oversee and manage the financial functions of our organization. In this long-term contract position, you will play a key role in ensuring financial accuracy, compliance, and operational efficiency. Based in Bakersfield, California, this opportunity allows you to collaborate with leadership and contribute to the organization's fiscal stability.

Responsibilities:

Prepare and manage journal entries to ensure accurate financial recordkeeping.

Maintain and reconcile the general ledger to ensure all accounts are balanced and up-to-date.

Conduct thorough account reconciliations to identify and resolve discrepancies.

Oversee the reconciliation of balance sheet accounts to maintain financial integrity.

Collaborate with leadership and the Board of Directors to develop and monitor budgets.

Administer and track operating budgets to ensure organizational adherence.

Manage cash flow and control financial activities for operational efficiency.

Prepare and issue detailed financial statements and reports on a regular basis.

Ensure compliance with local, state, federal, and not-for-profit financial regulations.

Support adherence to US GAAP standards in all accounting practices.

Requirements - A minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting or related financial roles.

Proficiency in preparing journal entries and maintaining accurate financial records.

Strong knowledge of general ledger processes and account reconciliation.

Experience in reconciling balance sheet accounts with attention to detail.

Familiarity with US GAAP standards and their application in accounting practices.

Excellent organizational and analytical skills to manage budgets and financial reports.

Ability to ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines and laws.

Collaborative skills to work effectively with leadership and stakeholders.

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available including medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance. Employees hired for our FTEP Program are also eligible to enroll in our company's 401(k) or deferred compensation plan (if eligible). FTEP employees also earn paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time and paid holidays. The amount of Choice Time Off (CTO) received varies based on years of service and is pro-rated based on the hours worked per week. A new FTEP employee earns up to 13 days of CTO and up to 10 paid holidays per calendar year. Learn more at roberthalfbenefits.com/Resources.

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