Senior Accountant - Finance - Full Time

Job Description
GHJ Search & Staffing is partnered with a well-established professional services organization in Bakersfield to identify an experienced Senior Staff Accountant to join its accounting team. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys a broad, hands-on role and wants exposure beyond traditional general ledger accounting. The Senior Staff Accountant will support financial reporting, billing, accounts receivable, collections, cash management, and month-end close while working closely with leadership and other professionals throughout the organization.

This person will also have opportunities to identify process improvements and contribute to greater efficiency across the accounting function. Support financial reporting and month-end close activities. Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, and other accounting schedules. Assist with billing and accounts receivable activities. Monitor outstanding receivables and support collection efforts. Assist with cash management and related accounting activities. Maintain accurate financial records in accordance with GAAP. Research and resolve accounting and billing discrepancies.

Partner with members of the accounting team, leadership, and other professionals across the organization. Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and operational efficiency. Learn and adapt to evolving accounting systems, technology, and business needs.

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a closely related field required.
~4+ years of experience in accounting, billing, accounts receivable, collections, financial operations, or a combination of these areas.
~ Strong understanding of GAAP and fundamental accounting principles.
~ Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
~ Experience working with accounting, billing, ERP, or financial management systems.
~ Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
~ Join a highly established organization with more than 70 years of history in the Bakersfield community.
~ Broad accounting responsibilities offering exposure across multiple areas of the finance function.
~ Modern, well-designed office environment.
~ Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents.
~Generous PTO, paid holidays, and additional employee programs and perks.
#We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information.

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