Assistant Controller

Company: Robert Half
Location: Bakersfield
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job 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. • 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.

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