Bookkeeper Jobs in Oakland, 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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Entry Level Quickbooks Book Keeper - Full Time & Benefits

  • Oakland, CA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Oakland, CA
  • 20 hours ago

Hello, We are a retail home improvement store located in the East Bay Area and we are currently looking for a full time bookkeeper....

Bookkeeper

  • Walnut Creek, CA (10 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA (10 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 20 hours ago

Experienced bookkeeper, 20 hours per week. Salary commensurate with experience. Contact Peter Newell, ......

General Ledger Accountant

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 2 days ago

General Ledger Accountant Bay Area, CA Remote - Occasional work in SF office About Brave Brave is on a mission to protect the human right to privacy online. We've built a free web browser that...

Bookkeeper/Front Office Support

  • Clayton, CA (20 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Clayton, CA (20 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 2 days ago

A very fun and super busy small business and business owner are looking for a part time accounting professional. This is an IN-HOUSE position (not remote) with a lot of flexibility for the right...

Bookkeeper/Admin Needed

  • South San Francisco, CA (13 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • South San Francisco, CA (13 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Growing company looking to hire office helper to help with some minor bookkeeping duties, shipment booking duties, and other miscellaneous administrative work. This is for full-time work from...

Seeking Full Charge Bookkeeper/Hospitality/Small Private Club

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Financial District Company is looking for an experienced Full Charge Bookkeeper to assist in managing our day-to-day accounting requirements....

Bookkeeper

  • Menlo Park, CA (22 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Menlo Park, CA (22 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 6 days ago

OPPORTUNITY: BOOKKEEPER - MENLO PARK, CA Sares Regis Group is seeking an experienced property management professional to work at our beautiful 215-unit community, Middle Plaza!...

Family Office Bookkeeper

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Prepare check, ach and wire payments, including confirming appropriate approvals and coding Manage and track recurring payments and standing instructions Prepare journal entries and post cash transactions...

General Ledger Accountant

  • South San Francisco, CA (13 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • South San Francisco, CA (13 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 12 days ago

Month-End and Year-End Closing: Assist in preparing and executing the closing process, including journal entries, accruals, and adjustments, to meet strict reporting deadlines....

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Salary for Bookkeeper Jobs in Oakland, CA

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Highest Education Level

Bookkeepers in Oakland, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
45.5%
Master's Degree
16.2%
Associate's Degree
15.0%
High School or GED
12.9%
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 Oakland, 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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