Bookkeeper Jobs in Elk Grove, CA

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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Full Charge Bookkeeper

  • Roseville, CA (20 miles from Elk Grove, CA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Roseville, CA (20 miles from Elk Grove, CA)
  • 8 hours ago

Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Cash Flow, Journal Entries, SAles tax Filings, Payroll, Financial Statements and much more!...

Entry Level Full-Time Bookkeeper Needed

  • Sacramento, CA (14 miles from Elk Grove, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA (14 miles from Elk Grove, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Entry level full-time bookkeeper needed for small law office. Quickbooks is the only software used. This position is in-person not remote....

Electric Utility Financial Administrator

  • Roseville, CA (20 miles from Elk Grove, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Roseville, CA (20 miles from Elk Grove, CA)
  • 3 days ago

ELEVATE YOUR CAREER! Join the City of Roseville Electric team as a ELECTRIC UTILITY FINANCIAL ADMINISTRATOR FOR FIRST CONSIDERATION, APPLY BY JULY 27, 2025. THIS JOB POSTING WILL BE OPEN UNTIL...

Student Assistant - Accounting & Financial Assistant

  • Sacramento, CA (14 miles from Elk Grove, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA (14 miles from Elk Grove, CA)
  • 4 days ago

The State Accounting and Reporting Division (SARD) within the State Controller's Office (SCO) is seeking to hire five (5) student assistants to assist, in a learning capacity, in the area of...

Bookkeeper

  • West Sacramento, CA (16 miles from Elk Grove, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • West Sacramento, CA (16 miles from Elk Grove, CA)
  • 10 days ago

Responsible for the accuracy and reconciliation of accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, expense reports, and overall responsibility for month end closing procedures and financials....

Book Keeper, Part time

  • Lodi, CA (23 miles from Elk Grove, CA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Lodi, CA (23 miles from Elk Grove, CA)
  • 24 days ago

un Book Keeper, Part time (Lodi) Advanced Air Systems, Inc. 43 Commerce St near Pine St. compensation: $50 / hour employment type: experience level: senior level job title: Book Keeper Basic A/P,...

School Bookkeeper Sacred Heart Parish School, Sacramento

  • Sacramento, CA (14 miles from Elk Grove, CA)
  • 25 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA (14 miles from Elk Grove, CA)
  • 25 days ago

Catholic Schools Diocese of Sacramento - Sacramento Co. See attachment on original job posting Refer to the job posting for a list of experience requirements or if you have any questions or need...

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Salary for Bookkeeper Jobs in Elk Grove, CA

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Highest Education Level

Bookkeepers in Elk Grove, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
45.5%
Master's Degree
16.2%
Associate's Degree
14.9%
High School or GED
12.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.7%
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 Elk Grove, CA
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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