Description Tammy Power, Recruiting Manager with Robert Half is looking for a dedicated Assistant Controller to join a leading farming company based in Kern County. This role is pivotal in ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance within a dynamic agricultural environment. As part of the team, you will support budgeting, forecasting, and strategic financial planning related to various farm operations. For immediate and confidential consideration, reach out to Tammy Power via LinkedIn. Responsibilities: • Manage month-end and year-end closing processes, including general ledger reconciliations, variance analysis, and the preparation of financial statements. • Oversee accounts payable and receivable functions, cash flow management, and inventory costing for farming activities such as planting, harvesting, and equipment usage. • Support annual audits and tax compliance efforts, ensuring alignment with regulatory standards and industry practices. • Perform cost accounting tasks and maintain financial systems to ensure accurate and efficient data management. • Collaborate with field operations teams to analyze farm-specific metrics like yield and commodity pricing. • Supervise accounting staff and provide leadership in financial operations and reporting. • Assist in creating and monitoring budgets, forecasts, and strategic financial plans. • Ensure adherence to agricultural tax regulations and compliance requirements. • Evaluate financial performance and suggest improvements to optimize operational efficiency. • Adapt to seasonal demands and provide financial insights tailored to the unique needs of the agriculture sector. Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Agribusiness, or a related field; certification such as CPA or CMA is preferred. • Minimum of 8 years of progressive accounting experience, with a background in agriculture, farming, or food production being ideal. • Advanced proficiency in financial software and tools, including Excel and enterprise resource planning systems. • Strong knowledge of agricultural tax regulations and compliance requirements. • Exceptional analytical skills to evaluate farm-specific metrics and financial performance. • Proven leadership abilities with experience supervising accounting staff and collaborating across teams. • Ability to adapt to seasonal fluctuations and demands within an agricultural environment. • Excellent communication skills for effective interaction with both internal teams and external 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 to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) and Privacy Notice (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy) .