Clint Baird is a seasoned Certified Public Accountant with almost 25 years of experience at Brown Armstrong. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Accounting from California State University, Bakersfield (CSUB), and is certified by the California Board of Accountancy. Clint brings deep expertise in tax preparation, financial statement analysis, and day-to-day operational management, helping clients navigate complex financial matters with confidence.
Clint joined Brown Armstrong in 2001, where he trained under Burt Armstrong, one of the firm’s founders. This mentorship, along with his hands-on experience, has allowed Clint to specialize in a wide range of industries, including oil and gas, construction, healthcare, nonprofits and other sectors requiring specialized financial guidance. He is an active member of the California Society of CPAs (CalCPA), the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA), the Petroleum Accountants Society of Southern California, and the California Independent Petroleum Association (CIPA).
A Bakersfield resident since 1990, Clint is committed to his community. He has coached youth baseball and football and continues to support local organizations, currently serving as the accountant for Northwest Bakersfield Baseball Association and the treasurer for Children’s Advocates Resource Endowment (CARE), an organization dedicated to raising funds for youth charities in Kern County. He also is involved with the Tigerfight Foundation, an organization that provides financial services to Kern County families who are currently being treated for any form of pediatric blood cancer.
Clint lives in Bakersfield with his wife and two children, Hunter and Brady. Outside of work, he enjoys the outdoors and spending quality time with his family.
As a hands-on partner, Clint prioritizes building strong client relationships through personalized, service-driven support. He is always accessible to assist clients with their financial needs and ensures they have the knowledge to make informed decisions at every stage of their financial journey.