Bookkeeper Jobs in Idaho

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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Detention Administrative Assistant/Bookkeeper

  • Mountain Home, ID
  • 2 hours ago
  • Mountain Home, ID
  • 2 hours ago

Detention Administrative Assistant/Bookkeeper General Statement of Duties The Detention Administrative Assistant/Bookkeeper performs administrative duties for the Sheriff’s Office Detention Division...

Back Up Bookkeeper (Sunday/Monday)

  • Post Falls, ID
  • 9 days ago
  • Post Falls, ID
  • 9 days ago

Store-Office - Bookkeeper JOB FUNCTION: To perform all phases of the store's accounting operations personally or with the assistance of associates in an accurate and efficient manner to ensure that...

Experienced Bookkeeper

  • Orofino, ID
  • 17 days ago
  • Orofino, ID
  • 17 days ago

Apply with Resume via email ... memo line bookkeeper Other helpful experience: Farming, Logging, Land development, road building, truck transport...

Administrative Assistant/Bookkeeper

  • Grangeville, ID
  • 17 days ago
  • Grangeville, ID
  • 17 days ago

at Highland Enterprises I, LLC in Grangeville, Idaho, United States Job Description Local construction company seeking permanent full time administrative assistant/bookkeeper....

Accounting/Bookkeeper

  • ID
  • 21 days ago
  • ID
  • 21 days ago

Accounting/Bookkeeper in Bannock County, ID Job Description We are seeking an experienced accounting professional to handle payroll processing, including prevailing wages and related reporting....

Front End/Bookkeeper

  • Chubbuck, ID
  • 27 days ago
  • Chubbuck, ID
  • 27 days ago

Location: Chubbuck, US-ID Rate: Not Specified Type: Permanent FRONT END/BOOKKEEPER Create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service....

Front End/Bookkeeper

  • Chubbuck, ID
  • 28 days ago
  • Chubbuck, ID
  • 28 days ago

Create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service. Establish and maintain a safe and clean environment that encourages our customers to return. Embrace the Customer 1st...

Secretary - Bookkeeper - Elementary

  • Boise, ID
  • 28 days ago
  • Boise, ID
  • 28 days ago

Position Type: Secretarial/Clerical/ Secretary-Head Date Posted: 3/26/2025 Location: Renaissance High Closing Date: 04/01/2025    Hours: 40 Salary: $16.61 Calendar: 205 2025-2026School...

Elementary School Secretary/Bookkeeper

  • Rupert, ID
  • 45+ days ago
  • Rupert, ID
  • 45+ days ago

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL SECRETARY/BOOKKEEPER Secretarial / Clerical PAUL ELEMENTARY 201 NORTH 1ST STREET WEST PAUL, ID 83347 GET DIRECTIONS Full Time $20.00 - $27.04 per hour PAUL ELEMENTARY Job Title: Elementary...

Bookkeeper - Secondary

  • Boise, ID
  • 90+ days ago
  • Boise, ID
  • 90+ days ago

A Bookkeeper must possess accounting, clerical, and customer service skills; he/she acquires knowledge of department functions through on-the-job experience....

Demographic Data for Idaho

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Salary for Bookkeeper Jobs in Idaho

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 Idaho 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 Idaho
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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