Bookkeeper Jobs in Birmingham, AL

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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Bookkeeper

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 13 hours ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 13 hours ago

The Fennec is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Bookkeeper to join our finance team....

RESEARCH FINANCIAL ADMINISTRATOR-HSOM University of Alabama, Birmingham

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 7 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 7 days ago

The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) seeks a Research Financial Administrator-HSOM for the Department of Hematology and Oncology. The Research Financial Administrator-HSOM will serve as...

Research Financial Administrator-Hsom

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 8 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 8 days ago

The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) seeks a Research Financial Administrator-HSOM for the Department of Hematology and Oncology. The Research Financial Administrator-HSOM will serve as...

Bookeeper / Office manager

  • Alabaster, AL (20 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 28 days ago
  • Alabaster, AL (20 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 28 days ago

Bookeeper / Office manager (Pelham) APEX Property Service compensation: $12.00 per Hr employment type: job title: Bookeeper / Office manager Looking for an experienced bookkeeper & office manager that...

Demographic Data for Birmingham, AL

Moving to Birmingham, AL? Find some basic demographic data about Birmingham, AL below.


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Salary for Bookkeeper Jobs in Birmingham, AL

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Highest Education Level

Bookkeepers in Birmingham, AL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
45.4%
Master's Degree
16.1%
Associate's Degree
15.0%
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 in Birmingham, AL
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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