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Accounting Clerk

Robert Half

Bakersfield, CA 93309 • $23.75 to $27.50 / hr • 9/10/2026

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to support day-to-day financial operations in Bakersfield, California. This opportunity is ideal for someone who brings strong accounting support experience, excellent accuracy, and confidence working across payable, receivable, and high-volume data entry tasks. The role also benefits from prior exposure to the health care industry and the ability to manage transaction records, deposits, and invoice-related documentation with consistency.

Responsibilities:

• Process incoming and outgoing financial transactions by supporting both accounts payable and accounts receivable activities with a high level of accuracy.

• Review, assign, and record provider refund checks using appropriate cost codes and maintain organized financial documentation.

• Enter accounting details into transmittal records and verify that information is complete, timely, and properly categorized.

• Prepare and submit weekly payment batches to the lockbox while ensuring all supporting records are accurate and reconciled.

• Create and record deposits for local accounts and help maintain clear audit trails for daily cash activity.

• Use QuickBooks and invoice processing tools to update records, track transactions, and support routine accounting workflows.

• Perform detailed data entry across accounting files and financial systems while checking for discrepancies and correcting errors promptly.

• At least 3 years of experience in an Accounting Clerk or similar accounting support role.
• Hands-on experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and invoice processing.
• Proficiency with QuickBooks and confidence working in data entry-heavy accounting environments.
• Ability to apply cost coding accurately and maintain precise financial records.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage recurring deadlines and transaction volumes.
• Background in the health care industry is preferred.
• Effective organizational and communication skills to support daily coordination of accounting activities.