Description Tammy Power, Recruiting Manager with Robert Half is looking for a highly skilled Office Manager/Full Charge Bookkeeper to join their team in Kern County. This position offers an opportunity to oversee comprehensive accounting responsibilities, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, organized, and capable of managing payroll, financial reporting, and administrative tasks in a collaborative and fast-paced environment. For immediate consideration, reach out to Tammy Power via LinkedIn. Responsibilities: • Process and manage bi-weekly payroll, maintaining accurate records for employee hours and wages. • Monitor and update employee vacation balances, sick leave, and payouts. • Handle accounts payable transactions, ensuring timely and accurate payments to vendors. • Perform monthly reconciliations of general ledger accounts to maintain financial accuracy. • Collaborate with external accounting firms to assist with quarterly reporting and tax filings. • Manage electronic filing of payroll tax submissions and workers’ compensation reports. • Maintain and organize customer account files, including billing and payment activities. • Oversee the annual healthcare insurance enrollment process and ensure compliance with reporting requirements. • Prepare monthly internal financial statements and contribute to annual external reporting processes. • Review and audit vendor invoices and recurring utility bills to verify accuracy and resolve discrepancies. Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred. • At least 7 years of experience in bookkeeping, with proficiency in full charge bookkeeping processes. • Strong knowledge of QuickBooks for managing financial transactions and records. • Experience in handling accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) functions. • Proven ability to perform bank reconciliations with attention to detail and accuracy. • Excellent organizational and communication skills to manage multiple tasks effectively. • Familiarity with payroll systems and reporting requirements. • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment. 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) .