Bookkeeper Jobs in La Jolla, 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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Part time Bookeeper

  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Accounting firm looking for a bookkeeper for about two days a week. $23$25/hour Require: QuickBooks proficiency Monthly bank & credit card reconciliations Entry + reconciliations....

In Person Part Time

Full-Service Bookkeeper (Construction / QuickBooks Online)

  • Premier Roofing Ca Inc.
  • Spring Valley, CA (16 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Spring Valley, CA (16 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Premier roofing CA Inc. is a company seeks an experienced, detail-oriented Full-Service Bookkeeper....

In Person

PART-TIME Bookkeeper

  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Our last bookkeeper was here for 10 years. Please reply with: your experience software you used availability desired pay rate resume if available...

In Person Part Time

Bookkeeper / Office Manager

  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Construction Engineer looking for an experienced Bookkeeper / Office Manager. Position requires proficiency in Sage 50, Excel and Word and must have Construction Accounting Experience....

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Bookkeeper

  • Carlsbad, CA (20 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Carlsbad, CA (20 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Bookkeeper Small bookkeeping business in Carlsbad needs help two days per week....

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Bookkeeper

  • Kroger
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 15 days ago

Provide exceptional customer service in a safe and clean environment to ensure the customers return visit. We accomplish this in many ways including, but not limited to; treating our...

In Person

Bookkeeper - Hybrid

  • IntrepidX
  • Carlsbad, CA (20 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Carlsbad, CA (20 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 20 days ago

The bookkeeper position is a "hands-on" role and will be responsible for: Monthly Invoicing (includes running reports, data aggregation, scrubbing data, input and distribution) AP/AR Recording daily...

Hybrid

Bookkeeper

  • Birth Choice San Marcos
  • San Marcos, CA (22 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 20 days ago
  • San Marcos, CA (22 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 20 days ago

Bookkeeper _____________________________________________________________________________ QUALIFICATIONS: 1....

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Full Charge Bookkeeper

  • Cabochon Surfaces & Fixtures
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 21 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 21 days ago

We are seeking a detail-obsessed, high-energy Full Charge Bookkeeper to manage the heartbeat of our financial operations....

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Office Manager / Book Keeper / Customer Service

  • CertaPro Painters
  • Carlsbad, CA (20 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Carlsbad, CA (20 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

entries....

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Bookkeeper

  • Opsam Health
  • Chula Vista, CA (18 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chula Vista, CA (18 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Job Description Job title Bookkeeper(Temporary) Reports to Sr. Accountant Department: Administration Status: Full Time non-exempt Operation Samahan Inc....

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Demographic Data for La Jolla, CA

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Salary for Bookkeeper Jobs in La Jolla, CA

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Highest Education Level

Bookkeepers in La Jolla, CA 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 La Jolla, 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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