Bookkeeper Jobs in Oceanside, 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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Bookkeeper

  • Carlsbad, CA (11 miles from Oceanside, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Carlsbad, CA (11 miles from Oceanside, CA)
  • 6 days ago

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

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Bookkeeper

  • CPA Firm
  • Mission Viejo, CA (22 miles from Oceanside, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Mission Viejo, CA (22 miles from Oceanside, CA)
  • 16 days ago

Local CPA firm seeks a full-time bookkeeper to be a part of our team. He/she must be highly motivated and able to work independently....

In Person

Bookkeeper - Hybrid

  • IntrepidX
  • Carlsbad, CA (11 miles from Oceanside, CA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Carlsbad, CA (11 miles from Oceanside, 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 (12 miles from Oceanside, CA)
  • 20 days ago
  • San Marcos, CA (12 miles from Oceanside, CA)
  • 20 days ago

Bookkeeper _____________________________________________________________________________ QUALIFICATIONS: 1....

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Office Manager / Book Keeper / Customer Service

  • CertaPro Painters
  • Carlsbad, CA (11 miles from Oceanside, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Carlsbad, CA (11 miles from Oceanside, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

entries....

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Bookkeeper-Ext

  • H&R Block, Inc.
  • Valley Center, CA (19 miles from Oceanside, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Valley Center, CA (19 miles from Oceanside, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Our Company A Bookkeeper is responsible for recording and reporting financial information related to an H&R Block client's business activity....

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Demographic Data for Oceanside, CA

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Salary for Bookkeeper Jobs in Oceanside, CA

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Highest Education Level

Bookkeepers in Oceanside, 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 Oceanside, 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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