Accounting Leader

AppleOne Employment Services; Shafter (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

AppleOne Employment Services is seeking an Accounting Manager in Bakersfield, CA to lead the accounting function with precision, integrity, and strategic focus. The role demands strong GAAP expertise, process improvement, and cross-functional collaboration.

The position oversees a team, drives monthly close, budgeting, and financial analysis while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years in accounting with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in NetSuite, SAP and advanced Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor an accounting team to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting in line with GAAP.
• Manage general ledger, month-end close, and year-end activities.
• Coordinate budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Oversee accounts payable and receivable and cash flow optimization.
• Support tax compliance and regulatory reporting.

Skills

Attention to detail

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

NetSuite

SAP

Excel

Job description

Accounting Manager – Bakersfield, CA Position Overview: Accounting Manager. Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for numbers and leadership? We’re seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to join our dynamic team and lead our accounting operations with precision, integrity, and vision. We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Accounting Manager to lead our accounting operations and support strategic financial initiatives. This role is critical to ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining compliance with accounting standards, and driving continuous improvement across the finance function.

Key Responsibilities

• Team Leadership & Development Supervise and mentor a team of accountants, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment.
• Manage workload distribution, training, and problem resolution within the accounting team.
• Financial Reporting & Compliance Oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP and internal policies. Ensure compliance with all relevant financial regulations and support internal and external audits.
• General Ledger & Close Processes Maintain the integrity of the general ledger through accurate journal entries, reconciliations, and adjustments. Lead month-end and year-end closing activities, ensuring timely and accurate financial results.
• Budgeting & Forecasting Assist in the development of budgets and forecasts. Conduct variance analysis and provide insights to support financial planning and decision-making.
• Accounts Payable & Receivable Oversight Manage AP and AR functions, ensuring timely invoice processing, collections, and cash flow optimization.
• Process Improvement & Financial Analysis Continuously evaluate and enhance accounting processes for greater efficiency and accuracy. Deliver financial analysis and reporting to senior leadership, highlighting trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Tax & Regulatory Compliance Support the preparation of tax filings and ensure adherence to local, state, and federal tax regulations. Monitor regulatory changes and assess their financial impact.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years in accounting, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
• Technical Skills: Strong understanding of GAAP and financial regulations. Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., NetSuite, SAP). Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, formulas, modeling).
• Soft Skills: Exceptional attention to detail and organizational abilities. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Preferred Attributes: Experience in a fast-paced, multi-entity environment. Familiarity with audit processes and tax compliance. Proven track record of driving process improvements and team development.
• Bonus bullet: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field .
• Bonus bullet: 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Bonus bullet: Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Bonus bullet: Proficiency in accounting

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Protected Veterans

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For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, AppleOne is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact your staffing representative who will reach out to our HR team.

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We also consider for employment qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements, including, if applicable, the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, including, if applicable, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.