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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Entry Level Full-Time Bookkeeper Needed

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 2 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....

Bookkeeper

  • Buena Park, CA
  • 10 hours ago
  • Buena Park, CA
  • 10 hours ago

Bookkeeper. Maintain an accurate record of financial transactions. Req. 2 yrs exp in job or 2 yrs exp as Associate, Mgr., or in bookkeeping, or rel. occup....

Office Manager/Book Keeper

  • Rosamond, CA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Rosamond, CA
  • 11 hours ago

un Office Manager/Book Keeper (Rosamond) Fabricor Products, Inc. compensation: to be determined based on experience. employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Office Manager/Book...

Any Age Bookeeper /Appfolio Know How + Admin Assist

  • San Diego, CA
  • 19 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 19 hours ago

Bookkeeper + Admin Assistant Predominant Job Duties: * Bookkeeping and Spreadsheet Knowledge Required: Appfolio + Excel/Google Sheets * Record & Reconcile Accounts / Customer Transaction Ledgers * Communicate...

Construction Controller / Bookkeeper

  • Torrance, CA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Torrance, CA
  • 19 hours ago

fill out the form link to apply) Job Type: Part-Time (with potential to grow into Full-Time) About Us: Were a growing construction company seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Controller/Bookkeeper...

Financial Assistant III University of California Riverside

  • Riverside, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Riverside, CA
  • 1 day ago

Financial Assistant III Job ID: Location: Main Campus - UCR Schedule: 8AM - 5PM Category: Administrative Salary: $59,383 - $85,107 Full/Part Time: Full-time(100%) Organization: College of...

Bookkeeper

  • Downey, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Downey, CA
  • 1 day ago

Join our team as a Financial Bookkeeper, today! Location: Norwalk, CA Manage and Maintain financial records, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting principles....

Admin Assistant/Bookkeeper

  • Camarillo, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Camarillo, CA
  • 2 days ago

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Admin Assistant/Bookkeeper to join our team....

Part Time Bookkeeper- 1099

  • National City, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • National City, CA
  • 2 days ago

We are seeking a part time (2 days a week) bookkeeper for our company. We are a wholesale supplier of large hydraulic winches....

Staff Accountant/Full Charge Bookkeeper

  • Los Alamitos, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Los Alamitos, CA
  • 2 days ago

Full Charge Bookkeeper, 3-5 years experience, public accounting experience a plus. Individual should be competent in excel, QuickBooks desk-top, and QuickBooks online.....

Bookkeeper

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 days ago

The Bookkeeper plays a key role in maintaining the financial health of our cold storage operations....

General Ledger Accountant

  • South San Francisco, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • South San Francisco, CA
  • 2 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....

Bookkeeper

  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 days ago

Our well-established Property Management Company is seeking a full-time Bookkeeper to manage the accounting functions for multiple commercial and residential properties....

Bookkeeper, AR/AP- Part Time, In-office

  • Vista, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Vista, CA
  • 3 days ago

Small, family run construction company is looking for someone to take over the AR/AP bookkeeping position Hours: 8:00am-1:00pm (somewhat flexible) Monday-Friday 2 years experience with QuickBooks...

Full Charge Bookkeeper

  • San Diego, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 3 days ago

Full Charge Bookkeeper DO NOT APPLY IF YOU DONT HAVE EXPERIENCE THIS IS NOT A TRAINING POSITION IN HOUSE - NOT REMOTE Our Tax and Accounting office in San Diego is looking for a highly organized and...

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Salary for Bookkeeper Jobs in California

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Highest Education Level

Bookkeepers in California 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 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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