Accounting Specialist

Bakersfield, CA | Full-Time | $24-26 per hour Join a Stable, Respected Company In Agriculture Our client is looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Specialist to join their Finance & Accounting team in Bakersfield. This Accounting Specialist role offers the opportunity to support both Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable while working closely with the Controller in a well-established agricultural organization. Why You'll Love This Accounting Specialist Opportunity Stable company with long-standing roots in the agricultural industry Full healthcare benefits, strong PTO plan, and competitive 401k match! Work in a casual and collaborative environment Accounts Payable Set up growers, textile mills, and agents in the accounting system Maintain vendor payment information Review invoices for accuracy and proper approvals Assign cost codes and verify payments to prevent duplicate processing Process check runs, ACH payments, and accounting entries Prepare checks and obtain required signatures Mail vendor and customer payments Prepare and distribute ACH remittance notices Process employee credit card statements and payments Import grower invoices into the accounting system Review payment coding and make corrections as needed Initiate wire payments for weight loss and agency commissions Scan and electronically file invoices, payments, and supporting documentation Accounts Receivable Post and reconcile daily cash receipts, including checks, ACH payments, and wire transfers Set up and maintain customer accounts within the ERP system Generate and distribute customer statements Assist with collections and follow up on past due balances Support cash flow forecasting and customer payment trend analysis Assist with month-end close activities as assigned Qualifications High school diploma required At least one year of Accounts Receivable experience At least one year of Accounts Payable experience Professional judgment when reviewing invoices, vendors, and payment information Comfortable working in a seasonal business where workloads fluctuate throughout the year Able to occasionally lift file boxes and stand while scanning or filing documents #INAUG2026 #J-18808-Ljbffr