Bookkeeper Jobs

A Bookkeeper in the accounting industry plays an essential role in maintaining, verifying, and recording financial transactions for a company. They handle day-to-day accounting tasks such as data entry, managing accounts payable and receivable, processing payroll, and preparing financial reports. Productivity, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of basic accounting principles are crucial skills for this role. Having proficiency in accounting software such as QuickBooks, Excel, and other data management programs is also beneficial. Additionally, a Bookkeeper should have strong analytical skills to interpret and present financial data accurately.

While there's no required certification to become a Bookkeeper, earning a certified bookkeeper designation from the American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers or the National Association of Certified Public Bookkeepers can significantly increase job prospects. It's common for people to occupy roles such as Accounting Clerk, Accounts Receivable Clerk, or Administrative Assistant before becoming a Bookkeeper. These positions provide the necessary hands-on experience with financial record keeping and reporting, which is crucial in successfully performing the duties of a Bookkeeper.

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Key Responsibilities: Perform full-charge bookkeeping: reconciliations, categorizations, journal entries, and month-end closes for a variety of clients Manage payroll, prepare budgets and cash forecasts...

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We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Oil and Gas Bookkeeper to join their team. Responsibilities: Manage billing processes and ensure accuracy....

BOOKKEEPER ABOUT THE JOB: Become part of a growing business in the exciting construction industry....

Responsibilities: Prepare and maintain precise financial records using journal entries, QuickBooks Enterprise, and other accounting software Generate detailed financial statements and reports for review...

Accountant / Bookkeeper

We are looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Full-Service Bookkeeper/accountant to join our team....

Bookkeeper

Responsibilities: Preapare Trail Balances, Journal Entries, and Reconciliations, Payroll and Sates tax Reports for our Clients. Qualifications: Experience in Accounting, Finance, or Related Field....

Book Keeper / Office administrator

  • Henderson, KY
  • 11 days ago
  • Henderson, KY
  • 11 days ago

Job Responsibilities: Manage journal entries, financial statements, and balance sheets Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles Assist with minor HR duties Utilize accounting...

Part time Book Keeper

  • Cerritos, CA
  • moments ago
  • Cerritos, CA
  • moments ago

The Book keeper is responsible for several duties related to managing financial records and more. Must be fluent in Tagalog. Part time with a possibility of Full Time in the future....

Customer service/bookkeeper Part-time-Local

  • Arlington Heights, IL
  • 1 hour ago
  • Arlington Heights, IL
  • 1 hour ago

Micosa International Foods is 40-year-old Food Broker company looking for a part time-customer service/bookkeeper....

Bookkeeper A/R A/P

  • Carson City, NV
  • 10 hours ago
  • Carson City, NV
  • 10 hours ago

We have an opening for a experienced bookkeeper to join a winning team. Experience with QuickBooks a must. Strong A/R and A/P skills a must....

Financial Assistant and Cashier

  • Irving, TX
  • 11 hours ago
  • Irving, TX
  • 11 hours ago

WHO WE ARE** The University of Dallas is a Catholic university that seeks to educate the whole person, encouraging its students to pursue wisdom, truth and virtue as the proper and primary ends of...

Bookkeeper/Office Manager

  • Solana Beach, CA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Solana Beach, CA
  • 15 hours ago

un Bookkeeper/Office Manager (North San Diego) Q Swimwear compensation: $22 to $30 per hr based on Experience employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Bookkeeper/Office Manager Q Swimwear...

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Secretary/bookkeeper

  • Anchorage, AK
  • 15 hours ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 15 hours ago

un Secretary/bookkeeper (Anchorage) Happy Valley Construction & Design compensation: DOE employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Admin/bookkeeper Looking for a part time secretary/bookkeeper...

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Part-Time Administrative Assistant / Bookkeeper

  • Holbrook, MA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Holbrook, MA
  • 15 hours ago

for a dependable, detail-oriented Administrative Assistant/Bookkeeper to join our team....

Full Charge Bookkeeper. Job in Carmel Gr8Jobs

  • Carmel, NY
  • 15 hours ago
  • Carmel, NY
  • 15 hours ago

PUBLIC ACCOUNTING - We are currently seeking a full charge bookkeeper/accountant to work in our office....

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Learn the highly sought-after skill that can give you the flexibility you desire, but the income you want.A career as a bookkeeper offers you many benefits including, security, prestige, steady...
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In this part-time online Bookkeeper Certificate Course you will learn important principles and practical step-by-step techniques for getting started in a career as a professional bookkeeper. IAP...
QuickBooks Online Freelance, Self-Employed Bookkeeper
Working from home As a self-employed freelancer has been made easy with QuickBooks Online. You can be an independent bookkeeper with your own clients that you can service and manage on your own...

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Salary for Bookkeeper Jobs Nationwide

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Bookkeepers offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
45.5%
Master's Degree
16.1%
Associate's Degree
14.9%
High School or GED
13.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.7%
Some College
1.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Bookkeepers
Less than 1 year
29.7%
4-6 years
24.0%
2-4 years
22.2%
1-2 years
21.3%
None
2.5%
6-8 years
0.3%


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