Bookkeeper Jobs in Sacramento, 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 Full-Time Bookkeeper Needed

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 9 hours ago

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

Quickbooks online Bookeeper with exp+

  • Citrus Heights, CA (14 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Citrus Heights, CA (14 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 11 days ago

un Quickbooks online Bookeeper with exp+ (Citrus Heights, Orangevale, Fort Bragg) compensation: Negotiable Please send cover letter or resume with references for pm. Need in home file organizer,...

Office Manager Bookkeeper

  • Folsom, CA (19 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Folsom, CA (19 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 18 days ago

un Office Manager Bookkeeper (Folsom) image 1 of 1 compensation: Hourly based on expereience employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Office manager/Bookkeeper Construction company seeking...

Bookkeeper

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 24 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 24 days ago

Bookkeeper (with room to grow) Qualifications Minimum of 2 years of experience in charge bookkeeping A college degree in accounting, finance or business will help for growth purposes but is not required...

Bookeeper/Organizer Creative, Smart, intuitive and experienced

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Bookeeper/Organizer Creative, Smart, intuitive and experienced (Sacramento) image 1 of 1 compensation: $50 per hour NEEDED NOW!! someone capable of taking unorganized business data and create...

Financial Assistant (FINANCIAL ANL 2 CX)

  • Davis, CA (17 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Davis, CA (17 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Financial Assistant (FINANCIAL ANL 2 CX) University of California, Davis - 4.2 Davis, CA Job Details Full-time $29.69 - $52.20 an hour 23 hours ago Benefits Continuing education credits Paid...

Student Assistant - Accounting & Financial Assistant

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 60+ 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 the area of Accounting and Financials....

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Salary for Bookkeeper Jobs in Sacramento, CA

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Highest Education Level

Bookkeepers in Sacramento, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
45.4%
Master's Degree
16.1%
Associate's Degree
15.0%
High School or GED
13.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.7%
Some College
1.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%
Some High School
0.4%

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