Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Branch/Retail Banking Teller to join our team in Bakersfield, California. This long-term contract position is ideal for professionals with experience in banking operations, customer service, and financial transactions. The role requires strong organizational skills and the ability to handle a variety of tasks efficiently while maintaining accuracy. Responsibilities: • Process routine financial transactions, including deposits, withdrawals, transfers, cash advances, and loan payments. • Accurately manage and balance a cash drawer on a daily basis, ensuring all cash received and disbursed aligns with records. • Input customer transactions into banking software systems and issue receipts for completed transactions. • Sell cashier’s checks and handle special customer requests, such as closing accounts or exchanging foreign currencies. • Assist customers with accessing safe deposit boxes and provide account statements upon request. • Prepare and fulfill cash orders for merchants and process stop payments or debit card reorders as needed. • Place holds on accounts for large deposits, new accounts, or exception items, following banking regulations. • Respond to inbound customer inquiries and resolve issues related to check processing, collection processes, or consumer loans. Requirements • Minimum of 2 years of experience in banking or financial services. • Proficiency in accounting and banking software, including LaserPro and Lawon ERP. • Strong skills in data processing and handling financial transactions. • Familiarity with check processing, collection procedures, and consumer loan operations. • Ability to answer inbound calls and provide excellent customer service. • Detail-oriented with strong organizational and multitasking abilities. • Knowledge of banking regulations and procedures for account holds and exceptions. • Effective communication skills for interacting with customers and team members. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .