Bookkeeper Jobs in Alabama

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

  • Dothan, AL
  • 8 hours ago
  • Dothan, AL
  • 8 hours ago

Company Overview An appliance sales company in Enterprise, AL is seeking a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to help manage day-to-day financial operations and support continued growth....

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Bookkeeper- 12 Month (Cottondale Elementary)

  • Alabama Department of Education
  • Tuscaloosa, AL
  • 3 days ago
  • Tuscaloosa, AL
  • 3 days ago

School Bookkeeper Supervised by/Reports to: Principal and/or CFSO/Accountant Supervises: None FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Board Approved: May ____, 2024 (Undergoing revisions) Job Goal: To enhance the administration...

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Child Nutrition Bookkeeper

  • Alabama Department of Education
  • Bessemer, AL
  • 3 days ago
  • Bessemer, AL
  • 3 days ago

BESSEMER CITY SCHOOLS CENTRAL OFFICE SECRETARY (CHILD NUTRITION PROGRAM) TITLE: Central Office Secretary (Child Nutrition Program) REPORTS TO: Supervisor/Director JOB GOALS: To complete the detail...

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Bookkeeper - (On-site)

  • Vaco LLC
  • Mountain Brook, AL
  • 5 days ago
  • Mountain Brook, AL
  • 5 days ago

Responsibilities: Balance sheet reconciliations and posting to general ledger within QuickBooks Preparing and entering journal entries Generating financial packets and updating budgets Communicating...

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Accounting Bookkeeper

  • Forsyth Building Co
  • Oxford, AL
  • 6 days ago
  • Oxford, AL
  • 6 days ago

Forsyth Building Company of Anniston seeks an experienced and detail-oriented Accounting Bookkeeper to join our team....

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Accounting Bookkeeper

  • The KBA Group
  • Mobile, AL
  • 7 days ago
  • Mobile, AL
  • 7 days ago

We are currently seeking a full-time Accounting Bookkeeper to join our team. This position requires Monday through Friday availability from 8am to 4:30pm. This is an in-office position....

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Wing Bookkeeper

  • Civil Air Patrol
  • Montgomery, AL
  • 8 days ago
  • Montgomery, AL
  • 8 days ago

Job Title: Wing Bookkeeper (Full-time) Salary: $21.98 hourly Location: Montgomery, AL Reports to: Wing Financial Analyst/Dotted Line Responsibilities to Wing Commander Wing Bookkeeper (Full-time) Provides...

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Bookkeeper

  • BLUE CLIFF SCHOOL CAREER COLLEGE
  • Mobile, AL
  • 8 days ago
  • Mobile, AL
  • 8 days ago

Benefits/Perks Competitive Compensation Career Growth Opportunities Job Summary We are seeking a talented Bookkeeper to join our team....

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Bookkeeper

  • Cronin & Company LLC
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 10 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 10 days ago

Our company is currently seeking a Bookkeeper to join our team! You will be responsible for preparing and examining financial records for clients....

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Bookkeeper Receptionist

  • Advanced Electrical Co., LLC
  • Pelham, AL
  • 10 days ago
  • Pelham, AL
  • 10 days ago

Home services company needs a bookkeeper / Receptionist. Dispatch experience for service crews is a bonus!...

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Bookkeeper

  • ITAC
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 12 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 12 days ago

Bookkeeper - Birmingham, AL - Hybrid ITAC Solutions is assisting a well-established Birmingham-based organization in its search for an experienced Full Charge Bookkeeper to join its growing team....

Hybrid

Office Manager/Bookkeeper

  • Trueline
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 16 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 16 days ago

Position Overview We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Bookkeeper & Office Manager to oversee daily accounting functions while also supporting office operations, purchasing, logistics...

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Elementary Bookkeeper - Elkmont Elementary

  • Alabama Department of Education
  • Elkmont, AL
  • 17 days ago
  • Elkmont, AL
  • 17 days ago

Make necessary corrections on computer with Journal Entries. Make transfers, when required, from one fund to another. Submit monthly reports to Principal for information and review....

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Bookkeeper

  • Alabama Department of Education
  • Andalusia, AL
  • 17 days ago
  • Andalusia, AL
  • 17 days ago

BOOKKEEPER JOB DESCRIPTION QUALIFICATIONS: (1) High school diploma or equivalent, supplemented by business courses in bookkeeping or accounting. (2) Minimum of three (3) years bookkeeping experience...

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Bookkeeper

  • Staff Financial Group
  • Huntsville, AL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Huntsville, AL
  • 30+ days ago

Back To Results Bookkeeper Job Description Bookkeeper - Construction Our client, a well-established construction company in Huntsville, AL, has an immediate need for a Bookkeeper....

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Demographic Data for Alabama

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Salary for Bookkeeper Jobs in Alabama

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Bookkeepers in Alabama offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
45.8%
Master's Degree
16.4%
Associate's Degree
14.9%
High School or GED
12.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.6%
Some College
1.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Bookkeepers in Alabama
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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