Bookkeeper Jobs in Ridgefield, CT

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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Office Manager/Bookkeeper

  • Sleepy Hollow, NY (24 miles from Ridgefield, CT)
  • 8 days ago
  • Sleepy Hollow, NY (24 miles from Ridgefield, CT)
  • 8 days ago

Office Manager/Bookkeeper Adecco is partnering with a respected Affordable Housing client in Westchester to find a detail-oriented and dependable Bilingual Office Manager/Bookkeeper....

Bookkeeper

  • Port Chester, NY (21 miles from Ridgefield, CT)
  • 27 days ago
  • Port Chester, NY (21 miles from Ridgefield, CT)
  • 27 days ago

Temporary Bookkeeper Our client, a busy and well-established company in the construction services industry, is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to provide support during a peak period....

Finance Officer

  • Stamford, CT (17 miles from Ridgefield, CT)
  • 29 days ago
  • Stamford, CT (17 miles from Ridgefield, CT)
  • 29 days ago

Bookkeeping duties: Preparing journal entries, accruals, and accounts analysis. Assisting in EOM tasks. Accounts payable duties. Processing invoices and ensuring timely payments when is required....

Senior Bookkeeper

  • Ridgefield, CT
  • 45+ days ago
  • Ridgefield, CT
  • 45+ days ago

Summary:The Senior Bookkeeper will be responsible for bookkeeping/accounting activities for small to mid-size business clients....

Deal Clerk/Bookkeeper DARCARS Mount Kisco

  • Mount Kisco, NY (13 miles from Ridgefield, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Mount Kisco, NY (13 miles from Ridgefield, CT)
  • 30+ days ago

DARCARS is now seeking an Automotive Deal Clerk/Bookkeeper DARCARS Automotive Group is looking for a full-time automotive Deal Clerk/Bookkeeper to maintain the accounting system for in-stock and sold...

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Salary for Bookkeeper Jobs in Ridgefield, CT

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Highest Education Level

Bookkeepers in Ridgefield, CT 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 Ridgefield, CT
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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