Director of Accounting and Finance
CFS
Bakersfield, CA
Director of Accounting and Finance
Full Time l Onsite l Kern County
Our client is seeking an experienced Director of Accounting and Finance to lead financial strategy, reporting, and operational accounting for a well-established organization in Kern County. This is a high-impact leadership role for a hands-on professional who can partner with executive leadership while ensuring strong financial stewardship and compliance.
Why Join Company
- Compensation: $170,000 - $220,000
- Opportunity to work for a well established company with a strong reputation in its industry
- Discretionary bonus program rewarding performance and results
- 401(k) plan with 4% company match
- Competitive medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Visible leadership role with the ability to influence strategic decisions
Key Responsibilities
- Lead all accounting and finance functions including general ledger, financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting
- Ensure timely and accurate preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
- Oversee cash management, banking relationships, and internal controls
- Partner with executive leadership to support strategic planning and business growth initiatives
- Manage audits, tax filings, and regulatory compliance requirements
- Develop, mentor, and lead the accounting and finance team
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or MBA preferred)
- Progressive leadership experience in accounting and finance, including management of teams
- Demonstrated ability to partner cross-functionally with senior leadership
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
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MaxSalary: USD220000
MinSalary: USD170000
About the Company
CFS
Founded by CPA firms in 1994, Creative Financial Staffing has spent over 30 years helping job seekers and employers succeed. In fall 2025, we rebranded as CFS—a name that reflects our full range of expertise while staying true to the trusted company you know.
CFS is the industry’s leading employee-owned staffing firm, connecting top talent in accounting, finance, technology, and human resources. We provide skilled professionals on both a temporary and permanent basis across diverse industries, leveraging our extensive network to match the right people with the right opportunities.
Our dedication to excellence extends to our award-winning culture, recognized repeatedly for growth, recruiting, workplace environment, and employee support. Honors include Forbes’ “America’s Best Recruiting and Temporary Staffing Firms,” Staffing Industry Analysts’ top U.S. staffing rankings, FlexJobs’ Top 100 Companies for Remote and Hybrid Work, Top Workplaces USA, Newsweek’s Best Practices awards, and more.