Bookkeeper Jobs in Boston, 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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General Ledger Accountant

  • Hudson, MA (24 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Hudson, MA (24 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 1 hour ago

Key Responsibilities: Prepare and post journal entries ensuring accuracy and completeness. Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts on a monthly basis....

General Ledger Accountant

  • Maynard, MA (20 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Maynard, MA (20 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 1 hour ago

Key Responsibilities: Prepare and post journal entries ensuring accuracy and completeness. Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts on a monthly basis....

Overview Tufts University School of Dental Medicine (TUSDM) offers one of the most forward-looking educational environments in dental medicine in the country. Revenue Cycle Operations (RCO)...

Patient Financial Administrator - School of Dental Medicine

  • Boston, MA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 9 hours ago

Overview Tufts University School of Dental Medicine (TUSDM) offers one of the most forward-looking educational environments in dental medicine in the country. Revenue Cycle Operations (RCO)...

Financial Administrator 3 Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)

  • Cambridge, MA (3 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA (3 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Financial Administrator 3, Political Science, to collaborate with the Director of Administration and Finance to develop, monitor, and manage the department's budget process; assist in the training...

Financial Assistant 2, Post Award Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)

  • Cambridge, MA (3 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA (3 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 3 days ago

FINANCIAL ASSISTANT 2, POST AWARD, Biological Engineering, to provide complex and diverse financial assistance on post-award sponsored research activities; perform financial management of fund and...

Financial Assistant

  • Hingham, MA (15 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Hingham, MA (15 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Candidate will prepare and maintain financial records, charge tuition, assist with budgeting and handle invoices for bookkeeper....

General Ledger Accountant

  • Medford, MA (4 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Medford, MA (4 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Key Responsibilities: Prepare and post journal entries ensuring accuracy and completeness. Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts on a monthly basis....

General Ledger Accountant

  • Arlington, MA (6 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Arlington, MA (6 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Key Responsibilities: Prepare and post journal entries ensuring accuracy and completeness. Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts on a monthly basis....

General Ledger Accountant

  • Everett, MA (3 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Everett, MA (3 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Key Responsibilities: Prepare and post journal entries ensuring accuracy and completeness. Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts on a monthly basis....

General Ledger Accountant

  • Watertown, MA (6 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Watertown, MA (6 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Key Responsibilities: Prepare and post journal entries ensuring accuracy and completeness. Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts on a monthly basis....

General Ledger Accountant

  • Somerville, MA (2 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Somerville, MA (2 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Key Responsibilities: Prepare and post journal entries ensuring accuracy and completeness. Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts on a monthly basis....

General Ledger Accountant

  • Waltham, MA (10 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Waltham, MA (10 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Key Responsibilities: Prepare and post journal entries ensuring accuracy and completeness. Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts on a monthly basis....

General Ledger Accountant

  • Framingham, MA (19 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Framingham, MA (19 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Key Responsibilities: Prepare and post journal entries ensuring accuracy and completeness. Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts on a monthly basis....

General Ledger Accountant

  • Sudbury, MA (18 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Sudbury, MA (18 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Key Responsibilities: Prepare and post journal entries ensuring accuracy and completeness. Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts on a monthly basis....

Demographic Data for Boston, MA

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Salary for Bookkeeper Jobs in Boston, MA

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Highest Education Level

Bookkeepers in Boston, MA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
45.5%
Master's Degree
16.2%
Associate's Degree
15.0%
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 Boston, 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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