Accountant / Senior Accountant

Accountant / Senior Accountant

Salary

$5,433.31 - $7,541.30 Monthly

Location

Depending on Assignment, CA

Job Type

Full time

Job Number

10185

Department

GENERAL

Opening Date

10/28/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Position Information

This is a continuous recruitment and may close at any time without notice.

Salary:

Accountant: $2,507.68 - $2,996.91, paid bi-weekly

Senior Accountant: $2,912.41 - $3,480.60 Paid Bi-weekly

EXAMINATION SCHEDULE:

Written Exam: Qualified candidates will be notified of the written examination 5 days prior to the examination date.

Examinations:

Written Exam (Weight 100%): Will be conducted to assess the applicant's knowledge of general and cost accounting and auditing principles, theories and procedures; the principles and practices of supervision and training; computer spreadsheet, word processing, and data base applications.

Applicants must attain at least 70% score on each phase of the examination process.

Minimum Qualifications/Employment Standards:

Accountant:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelors degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field. If the major has been in a field other than accounting, at least 15 semester or 25 quarter units of college level accounting courses must have been completed.

OR

Evidence of having passed all four parts of the Uniform Certified Public Accountant examination

OR

Possession of a Certified Public Accountant certificate will satisfy this requirement.

OR

Status as a senior accounting student at an accredited college or university will admit applicants to the examination; however, a Bachelor's degree in Accounting must be conferred prior to being considered eligible for appointment. Official notification verifying admission and senior accounting student status in the college or university must be submitted at time of application.

Senior Accountant:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelors degree in Accounting, Business Administration or related field. If the major has been in a field other than accounting, at least 15 semester or 25 quarter units of college level accounting courses must have been completed

OR

Evidence of having passed all four parts of the Uniform Certified Public Accountant examination

OR

Possession of a Certified Public Accountant certificate.

AND

Three (3) years of progressively responsible general accounting and/or auditing experience

OR

Two (2) years of experience in governmental accounting and/or auditing.

Possession of an active California Certified Public Accountant certificate shall be considered equivalent to one year of general accounting/auditing experience, if not used to satisfy the education requirements.

Both Accountant and Senior Accountant:

Depending upon assignment, incumbents may be required to possess and maintain a valid Class C California drivers license.

Please ensure applicable materials are attached to your application. If you are unable to attach application materials to your application, you may deliver a copy to the Human Resources Division at 1115 Truxtun Ave. First Floor, Bakersfield, CA 93301 or email to hr@kerncounty.com.

Full Job Description: Accountant

Full Job Description: Senior Accountant

About Kern County

Kern County employees provide opportunities that are purposeful to our community. Every employee and every action contributes to the improvement and strengthening of our county.

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Growth Mindset

We always encourage our employees to grow and develop. Kern County has a culture of innovation that allows employees to explore creative and more efficient ways to accomplish their work. We provide access to training and continued professional development in an effort to ensure that our employees have opportunities for career growth.

Additional Information

Admittance to the examination will require a valid government issued photograph identification. Applicants who are unable to present proper identification must make arrangements with the Human Resources Division prior to the test date.

A background check may be conducted for this classification.

Following an offer of employment, you may be required to submit to post offer medical and drug screening tests at County expense.

This examination will establish an eligible list from which an immediate appointment will be made. Other permanent and temporary appointments will be made as needed. Successful candidates will remain on the eligible list for a period of twelve-months, unless specified otherwise by the Civil Service Commission.

For more information regarding Kern Countys recruitment process, please see our FAQ page.

Kern County is an ADA compliant and an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Kern County Employee Benefits

• As a regular or provisional employee of Kern County, working twenty (20) hours or more per week, you are presently eligible for the following benefits as described below:

Health Insurance: (Medical/Dental/Vision): Kern County offers five affordable medical options. Kern Legacy Health Plans are medical and prescription health plan options administered directly by the County of Kern. Kaiser Permanente is also an option. Employees may also choose from two dental plans; Liberty Dental PPO or HMO. The vision coverage is provided through Vision Service Plan (VSP).

Retirement Program: Kern County Employees Retirement Association (KCERA). This Section 401 (a) defined benefit retirement plan requires employer and employee contribution and pays retired employees a pension based on salary, years of service, and age upon retirement.

Deferred Compensation: This section 457 plan allows employees to contribute on a pre-tax basis to a supplemental retirement account which is then paid out to them when they retire.

Social Security Administration:

Note: Both Kern County and the employee contribute to Social Security and Medicare as follows:

• The County of Kern withholds 6.2% for Social Security (FICA1) and 1.45% for Medicare (FICA2) from employees payroll warrants
• The County matches the employees 6.2% for Social Security and 1.45% for Medicare

Employee Assistance Program: EAP is available to help you take control of your life!

Voluntary Benefits: Chimienti & Associates (Administrator) offers the following voluntary benefits and can be deducted on a pre-tax bases: Short Term Disability Coverage, Accident Plan, Cancer Plan and a Flexible Spending Account.

Paid Holiday Leave: 12 set days (per calendar year)

01

I have attached a copy of my Bachelors degree, or unofficial/official transcripts, demonstrating that I have graduated from an accredited college or university with a degree in Accounting.

• Yes
• No

02

I have attached a copy of my unofficial/official transcripts demonstrating that I have graduated from an accredited college or university with a degree in Business Administration, or a related field, and have at least 15 semester or 25 quarter units of college level accounting courses.

• Yes
• No

03

I have attached evidence of having passed all four parts of the Uniform Certified Public Accountant examination.

• Yes
• No

04

I have attached my Certified Public Accountant certificate.

• Yes
• No

05

I have attached my unofficial/official transcripts demonstrating that I hold status as a senior accounting student at an accredited college or university. I will submit my Bachelors degree in Accounting once conferred.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Kern County

Address 1115 Truxtun Avenue First Floor

Bakersfield, California, 93301

Phone (661) 868-3480

Website http://www.kerncounty.com/hr