Bookkeeper Jobs in Bedford, MA

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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  • Blanche Field
  • Boston, MA (16 miles from Bedford, MA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Blanche Field
  • Boston, MA (16 miles from Bedford, MA)
  • 14 hours ago

Join Our Team as a Bookkeeper at Blanche Field! Are you looking to join a company with a rich history of providing distinctive lighting products since 1905?...

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Construction Office Manager / Bookkeeper

  • Goodwin Recruiting
  • Boston, MA (14 miles from Bedford, MA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (14 miles from Bedford, MA)
  • 19 hours ago

Construction Office Manager / Bookkeeper Join a growing construction and real estate development organization seeking an experienced Construction Office Manager / Bookkeeper to oversee accounting, financial...

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Part-time Bookkeeper (15-18 hours per week)

  • Suzuki School of Newton
  • Newton, MA (11 miles from Bedford, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Newton, MA (11 miles from Bedford, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Duties will include: Accounts Receivable (generating invoices, receiving payments), Accounts Payable (pay bills, record automatic bill payments), reconcile monthly bank statements, Journal entries,...

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Bookkeeper w/ QBO experience

  • Sheth Horsley Eye Center
  • Stoneham, MA (9 miles from Bedford, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Stoneham, MA (9 miles from Bedford, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Part-Time Bookkeeper for Ophthalmologist Office in Stoneham, MA Employee or Contractor Position The ideal candidate will be an experienced bookkeeper with accounting knowledge who is proficient in QuickBooks...

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Experienced commercial Real Estate Bookkeeper

  • Shaimas LLC
  • Marlborough, MA (17 miles from Bedford, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Marlborough, MA (17 miles from Bedford, MA)
  • 5 days ago

A 10+ years accounting experience using QB desktop, word and excel. Top knowledge and experience for writing and amending tenant leases, balancing financials monthly, reconciliation of cash...

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Bookkeeper

  • EisnerAmper LLP
  • Boston, MA (14 miles from Bedford, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Boston, MA (14 miles from Bedford, MA)
  • 5 days ago

This includes, but is not limited to, posting of journal entries, research and corrects account discrepancies, and other related functions....

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Senior Tax & General Ledger Accountant

  • Triumvirate Environmental
  • Somerville, MA (12 miles from Bedford, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Somerville, MA (12 miles from Bedford, MA)
  • 7 days ago

Participate in month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, including preparation of journal entries and accruals. Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations....

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Administrative Bookkeeper (Full Time)

  • Compass Group
  • Boston, MA (14 miles from Bedford, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Boston, MA (14 miles from Bedford, MA)
  • 8 days ago

We are hiring immediately for a full time ADMINISTRATIVE BOOKKEEPER position. Location : Commonwealth Pier - 200 Seaport Boulevard, Boston, MA 02210. Note: online applications accepted only....

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Part-Time/Full-Time Bookkeeper

  • Atlantic Coast Home, Inc.
  • Salem, MA (18 miles from Bedford, MA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Salem, MA (18 miles from Bedford, MA)
  • 9 days ago

job title: Bookkeeper We are seeking an organized, detail-oriented, Self-starter who works well independently to join our growing team immediately....

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Bookkeeper

  • Creative Financial Staffing
  • Marlborough, MA (17 miles from Bedford, MA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Marlborough, MA (17 miles from Bedford, MA)
  • 15 days ago

a Bookkeeper to join their growing team in Marlborough, MA....

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Bookkeeper Admin (Full Time)

  • Compass Group USA Inc
  • Cambridge, MA (11 miles from Bedford, MA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA (11 miles from Bedford, MA)
  • 21 days ago

Eurest We are hiring immediately for a full time BOOKKEEPER ADMIN position. Location: Takeda - 500 Kendall Square, Cambridge, MA 02142 Note: online applications accepted only....

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Bookkeeper Admin (Full Time)

  • Compass Group
  • Cambridge, MA (13 miles from Bedford, MA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA (13 miles from Bedford, MA)
  • 22 days ago

We are hiring immediately for a full time BOOKKEEPER ADMIN position. Location : Takeda - 500 Kendall Square, Cambridge, MA 02142 Note: online applications accepted only....

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Bookkeeper (part-time)

  • A Place To Turn
  • Natick, MA (15 miles from Bedford, MA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Natick, MA (15 miles from Bedford, MA)
  • 23 days ago

We are seeking a skilled part-time bookkeeper (~10 hours/week) to manage vendor bills and payments, donation tracking, bank reconciliations, and board reporting using Quickbooks Online (QBO)....

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Assistant Bookkeeper Jobs in Boston,MA,US

  • W3global
  • Boston, MA (14 miles from Bedford, MA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Boston, MA (14 miles from Bedford, MA)
  • 23 days ago

Our client is looking for a motivated and driven administrative assistant to join our team. Job Qualifications: 1-3 years of experience working in office administration, preferably in a legal...

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Part time QuickBooks Bookeeper

  • Systems Analysis Services, Inc.
  • Newton, MA (11 miles from Bedford, MA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Newton, MA (11 miles from Bedford, MA)
  • 28 days ago

(On-Site - Newton, MA) We are seeking a reliable and experienced part-time bookkeeper with strong knowledge of QuickBooks to support our internal team....

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Demographic Data for Bedford, MA

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Salary for Bookkeeper Jobs in Bedford, MA

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Highest Education Level

Bookkeepers in Bedford, MA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
45.8%
Master's Degree
16.4%
Associate's Degree
14.9%
High School or GED
12.6%
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 Bedford, MA
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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