Bookkeeper Jobs in Westport, 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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Controller/Bookkeeper

  • Smithtown, NY (20 miles from Westport, CT)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Smithtown, NY (20 miles from Westport, CT)
  • 1 hour ago

Growing Suffolk County Law Firm is seeking a qualified candidate for an opening as a Controller/Bookkeeper....

Bookkeeper

  • Stratford, CT (13 miles from Westport, CT)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Stratford, CT (13 miles from Westport, CT)
  • 1 hour ago

Prepare journal entries (freight and landed-cost accruals, prepaids, fixed assets) and maintain supporting schedules....

Bookkeeper

  • Norwalk, CT (5 miles from Westport, CT)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Norwalk, CT (5 miles from Westport, CT)
  • 1 hour ago

Prepare journal entries (accruals/deferrals/reclasses) and maintain prepaid/fixed asset schedules. Support month-end close, partner distributions, and financial reporting....

Bookkeeper Admin (Full Time)

  • Purchase, NY (20 miles from Westport, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Purchase, NY (20 miles from Westport, CT)
  • 1 day ago

Location: Manhattanville University We are hiring immediately for a full time BOOKKEEPER ADMIN position. Address : 2900 Purchase Street, Purchase, NY 10577 Note: online applications accepted only....

Part-Time Bookkeeper/Administrative Assisstant

  • White Plains, NY (23 miles from Westport, CT)
  • 6 days ago
  • White Plains, NY (23 miles from Westport, CT)
  • 6 days ago

Part-Time Bookkeeper We are hiring someone comfortable dealing with complex Real Estate/Property Management data to be a bookkeeper....

Full-Time Bookkeeper In-Office (Mt. Kisco)

  • Mount Kisco, NY (19 miles from Westport, CT)
  • 6 days ago
  • Mount Kisco, NY (19 miles from Westport, CT)
  • 6 days ago

Full-Time Bookkeeper In-Office (Mt....

Experienced Bookkeeper/Resident Bank(Full-time 37.5 hrs. M-F)

  • Bridgeport, CT (7 miles from Westport, CT)
  • 13 days ago
  • Bridgeport, CT (7 miles from Westport, CT)
  • 13 days ago

Job Title: Bookkeeper/Resident Bank Summary of Duties: Responsible for handling all Resident Banking needs. Process all deposits, withdrawals and payments of bills....

Bookkeeper

  • Syosset, NY (22 miles from Westport, CT)
  • 14 days ago
  • Syosset, NY (22 miles from Westport, CT)
  • 14 days ago

property management client is seeking a detail-oriented Bookkeeper with strong QuickBooks skills to manage day-to-day accounting functions....

Full Charge Bookkeeper

  • Woodbury, NY (23 miles from Westport, CT)
  • 19 days ago
  • Woodbury, NY (23 miles from Westport, CT)
  • 19 days ago

G/L and Journal Entries Perform closings and prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial statements This is a great opportunity to take on a visible, diverse role....

Financial Assistant

  • New Haven, CT (24 miles from Westport, CT)
  • 26 days ago
  • New Haven, CT (24 miles from Westport, CT)
  • 26 days ago

entries, prepares labor distributions and costing allocations, develops excel spreadsheet for reporting and USP billing....

Part Time Bookkeeper

  • Commack, NY (20 miles from Westport, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Commack, NY (20 miles from Westport, CT)
  • 30+ days ago

Responsibilities: Record and categorize daily financial transactions Reconcile bank and credit card statements Maintain general ledger and journal entries Process invoices, receipts, and payments Prepare...

Bookkeeper

  • Woodbury, NY (23 miles from Westport, CT)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Woodbury, NY (23 miles from Westport, CT)
  • 60+ days ago

Kforce's client, a Long Island, NY based CPA firm is seeking a Bookkeeper (QuickBooks) professional....

Demographic Data for Westport, CT

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Salary for Bookkeeper Jobs in Westport, CT

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Highest Education Level

Bookkeepers in Westport, CT 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
7.6%
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 Westport, 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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