Accounting Clerk

Job Title:

Accounting Clerk

Seeking an Accounting Clerk to support the Accounts Receivable and deposit processing function at our Bakersfield office. This is an on‑site, transactional accounting role responsible for handling physical mail, preparing deposits, maintaining accurate records, and providing accounting documentation support to a largely remote finance team. This position is ideal for someone with AR or accounting clerk experience who enjoys structured, detail‑oriented work and takes pride in accuracy and organization.

Responsibilities

+ Scan and sort weekly deposits, with Mondays being the busiest day.

+ Prepare and update spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets.

+ Forward invoices to Accounts Payable for processing.

+ Manage all incoming mail and distribute it to the appropriate departments.

+ Provide coding support for posting to the General Ledger.

+ Perform scanning and emailing tasks as needed.

Essential Skills

+ 2-3 years of experience as an Accounting Clerk or in Accounts Receivable.

+ Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Google Sheets, and Outlook.

+ Basic understanding of accounting functions.

+ Ability to perform a variety of clerical tasks, including data entry, deposits, records filing, and general administrative support.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

+ Experience in the medical field is a plus.

Work Environment

Monday through Friday, but Monday's are the largest volume of mail

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Bakersfield, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $16.00 - $25.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

- Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Bakersfield,CA.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 13, 2026.

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