Office Manager/Bookkeeper

CFS; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

401(k)

Paid vacation

Bonus opportunities

Flexible start times

Job summary

CFS, a well-established accounting firm in Bakersfield, seeks an Office Manager/Bookkeeper. You will manage daily operations, payroll, onboarding, and client bookkeeping, while supervising the receptionist and supporting firm events. A family-oriented culture values work-life balance and employee well-being, with opportunities for growth.

Flexible start times and engagement activities are offered. Benefits include medical, dental, 401(k), paid vacation, and bonus opportunities to reward

Qualifications

• Experience with bookkeeping and accounting functions.
• Exposure to HR, payroll, onboarding, or benefits administration.
• Comfort with QuickBooks and basic software tools.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a small business environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day office operations, policies, and administrative functions.
• Coordinate payroll, onboarding, benefits administration, and insurance renewals.
• Perform bookkeeping and accounting support for clients.
• Supervise and support the receptionist position.
• Organize firm events, outings, and employee engagement activities.
• Assist with tax preparation support and cross-functional accounting projects as needed.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Accounting

Payroll experience

HR exposure

Tools

QuickBooks

Job description

Join a well-established accounting firm where your contributions will be visible, valued, and rewarded. If you're looking for long-term stability, growth potential, and a family-oriented culture, this could be the perfect fit.

Salary: $60,000 - $65,000 + Annual Bonus Potential

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Join a respected accounting firm with 20+ years of success and stability


• Become part of a team known for exceptional employee retention and long-term career growth opportunities


• Work directly with firm leadership and gain exposure to business operations and strategic decision-making


• Enjoy a collaborative, family-oriented culture that values work-life balance and employee well-being


• Take ownership of a highly visible role that impacts both internal operations and client service


• Flexible start times available to accommodate personal and family commitments


• Participate in firm-sponsored events, team outings, luncheons, and employee appreciation activities


• Receive comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, 401(k), paid vacation, and bonus opportunities

Key Responsibilities For The Office Manager/Bookkeeper

• Manage day-to-day office operations, policies, and administrative functions


• Coordinate payroll, employee onboarding, benefits administration, and insurance renewals


• Perform bookkeeping and accounting support for clients


• Supervise and support the receptionist position


• Organize firm events, outings, and employee engagement activities


• Assist with tax preparation support and cross-functional accounting projects as needed

Qualifications For The Office Manager/Bookkeeper

• Experience with bookkeeping and accounting functions


• Exposure to HR, payroll, onboarding, or benefits administration


• QuickBooks experience required
  
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a small business environment