Assistant Controller

Assistant Controller
Location: Bakersfield, CA (Onsite)
Salary: $95,000 – $125,000 DOE

A well-established agricultural and food production company in Bakersfield is looking to add an experienced accounting professional to its leadership team. With decades of success serving customers throughout California and beyond, the organization has built a reputation for operational excellence, financial stability, and a strong commitment to its employees. This position plays an important role in supporting the company's financial operations and helping leadership make informed business decisions.

The Opportunity

This role has been created to support continued growth and increasing operational complexity across multiple business units. The Assistant Controller will take ownership of key accounting functions, help drive accurate financial reporting, and serve as a trusted partner to leadership. You'll work closely with the Controller, accounting team, and operational leaders while gaining visibility into strategic initiatives that impact the business. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys both the technical side of accounting and the opportunity to contribute to process improvements and business growth.

What You'll Do

• Manage month-end and year-end close activities to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting
• Prepare financial statements, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules
• Review general ledger activity and maintain compliance with accounting policies and procedures
• Partner with operational leaders to analyze financial results and support decision-making
• Lead process improvement initiatives to strengthen internal controls and enhance efficiency

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibilities
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and month-end close processes
• Experience with ERP systems and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Background in agriculture, manufacturing, food production, distribution, or a related industry preferred

Why This Role Stands Out

• Join a stable organization with a long-standing presence in the Central Valley
• Gain exposure to executive leadership and key business initiatives
• Opportunity to grow into broader accounting and finance leadership responsibilities
• Work alongside a collaborative team that values accountability, communication, and continuous improvement

The ideal candidate is someone who enjoys digging into the details while also understanding the larger business picture. You'll have the opportunity to contribute beyond the traditional accounting function by helping leadership improve processes, strengthen reporting, and support long-term growth objectives.

This position offers a chance to step into a highly visible role where your expertise will directly influence financial operations and organizational success. If you're looking for a company that values professional development, encourages collaboration, and provides meaningful opportunities to make an impact, this could be an outstanding next step in your career.

If you're looking for a role where you can make an impact while continuing to grow professionally, this could be the right next step.

Timing is everything. Whether you're actively exploring or open to the right opportunity, we'd welcome the chance to connect. Many of our roles are not posted publicly—reach out to learn more.