Bookkeeper Jobs in California

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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Senbesta

Office Administrative / Bookkeeping Assistant

Senbesta is a growing wholesale distributor of window products located in Southern California. This role is an administrative function that supports the sales and marketing department of Senbesta....

Bookkeeper

  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 hours ago

Bookkeeper Salary: $21 - $24 per hour Job Type: Full-time Location: San Diego, CA Shift & Schedule: Mornings and Evenings Applications will be accepted until job is closed....

Full Charge Bookkeeper

  • Fairfax, CA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Fairfax, CA
  • 7 hours ago

I'm seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Full Charge Bookkeeper to work remotely (mostly)....

Remote Work

General Ledger Accountant

  • Long Beach, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Long Beach, CA
  • 1 day ago

Prepare monthly journal entries and accruals. Perform analysis for various general ledger accounts. Review bank and credit card statement activity for discrepancies. Monitors daily bank activity....

Entry Level Full-Time Bookkeeper Needed

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago

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

Construction Bookkeeper/Office Administrator

  • San Rafael, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • San Rafael, CA
  • 2 days ago

Bookkeeper/ Office Administrator - responsible for managing the day-to-day operational tasks including: -Working with support staff to enable them to do their jobs efficiently....

Bookkeeper - Full Time

  • Santa Ynez, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Santa Ynez, CA
  • 2 days ago

Bookkeeper Full Time Job Summary: This position reports to the company owners and is responsible for bookkeeping, financial reporting, payroll, and office support....

Bookkeeper Wanted QuickBooks Expert

  • Riverside, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Riverside, CA
  • 2 days ago

Were looking for a skilled, reliable Bookkeeper to join our home-office team in Riverside (92507). We recently relocated from Los Angeles, and our longtime bookkeeper didnt come with us....

Full Charge Bookkeeper

  • Folsom, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Folsom, CA
  • 3 days ago

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Looking for bookkeeper/office personnel

  • Vacaville, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Vacaville, CA
  • 3 days ago

Hello, we are looking for a full-time employee to fill a position in our office to help out with accounts, payables accounts, receivable, and invoicing must have strong experience working with...

Bookkeeper/Cash Handling Part-Time

  • Carlsbad, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Carlsbad, CA
  • 3 days ago

Casa De Bandini is looking for a bookkeeper to back-up the main bookkeeper, The person we are seeking will work Saturday and Sunday, for approximately 5 hours a day and will mainly be responsible for...

Automotive Bookkeeper Position Available [Flexible Hours]

  • San Marcos, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • San Marcos, CA
  • 3 days ago

I am currently looking for an experienced Bookkeeper. * General Accounting [Automotive Preferred] * Payables and Receivables * Mitchell 1 Management System * Quick-Books * Payroll through Paychex **...

Entry Level Quickbooks Book Keeper - Full Time & Benefits

  • Oakland, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Oakland, CA
  • 3 days 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....

Seeking Bookkeeper for Property Management Company

  • San Carlos, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • San Carlos, CA
  • 3 days ago

We are a boutique property management company looking for an experienced and detail-oriented bookkeeper to join our team at our office in San Carlos....

Office Manager/Book Keeper

  • Salinas, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Salinas, CA
  • 4 days ago

un office manager/'book keeper (Salinas) Tommys Glass Service Inc. 21 south pearl street compensation: 65k employment type: experience level: senior level job title: Office Manager/Book keeper...

Demographic Data for California

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Salary for Bookkeeper Jobs in California

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireAccounting research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Bookkeepers in California 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 California
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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