Bookkeeper Jobs in Cambridge, 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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Part-Time Administrative Assistant / Bookkeeper

  • Holbrook, MA (17 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Holbrook, MA (17 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 19 hours ago

for a dependable, detail-oriented Administrative Assistant/Bookkeeper to join our team....

Financial Assistant 3 Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)

  • Cambridge, MA
  • 5 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA
  • 5 days ago

FINANCIAL ASSISTANT 3, Singapore-MIT Alliance for Res and Tech (SMART), works with the SMART-MIT Senior Program Manager and SMART Chief Operating Officer (COO) on all facets of financial...

Financial Assistant 3

  • Cambridge, MA
  • 6 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA
  • 6 days ago

FINANCIAL ASSISTANT 3, Singapore-MIT Alliance for Res and Tech (SMART), works with the SMART-MIT Senior Program Manager and SMART Chief Operating Officer (COO) on all facets of financial...

Bookkeeper

  • Rockland, MA (20 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Rockland, MA (20 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 9 days ago

P/T Bookkeeper - Flexible 8 hrs per week....

Bookkeeper

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

located near Boston, is seeking a skilled Bookkeeper to manage both company and personal financial matters for the firm's top executives....

Immediate Opening: Bookkeeper & Office Manager

  • Quincy, MA (11 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Quincy, MA (11 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 14 days ago

un Immediate Opening: Bookkeeper & Office Manager (Quincy) compensation: $27-$36 P.H....

Bookkeeper Full Time / Part Time

  • Cambridge, MA
  • 16 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA
  • 16 days ago

We are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Bookkeeper to manage our companys day-to-day accounting and finance requirements....

Senior Bookkeeper [Needham High School] (SY25-26)

  • Needham, MA (9 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Needham, MA (9 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

Participates in periodic training for school bookkeepers, conducted by the Business Office....

Senior Bookkeeper

  • Salem, MA (14 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Salem, MA (14 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

Senior Bookkeeper Qualifications: \~ B.A. degree or equivalent level ofexperience in coursework and training \~ 5+ years of bookkeepingexperience, preferably at a senior level \~ Proficiency in QuickBooksand...

Regional Office: Chief Finance Officer - Greater Boston, MA (2025-2026)

  • Lynn, MA (11 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Lynn, MA (11 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 45+ days ago

Company Description Our Mission Together with our families and communities, we create joyful and identity-affirming schools where students achieve excellent and equitable academic outcomes. We...

Regional Office: Chief Finance Officer - Greater Boston, MA (2025-2026)

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

Company Description Our Mission Together with our families and communities, we create joyful and identity-affirming schools where students achieve excellent and equitable academic outcomes. We...

Bookkeeper/Administrative Assistant

  • Cohasset, MA (19 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Cohasset, MA (19 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 45+ days ago

South Shore Art Center, Inc. 119 Ripley Road Cohasset, MA 02025 Date Posted: April 16, 2025 Region: Eastern Massachusetts Category: Operations/Finance Type: Part-Time Bookkeeper/Administrative Assistant...

Experienced Bookkeeper

  • Beverly, MA (19 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Beverly, MA (19 miles from Cambridge, MA)
  • 90+ days ago

Benefits: Bonus based on performance Competitive salary Employee discounts Flexible schedule About the Role: We are seeking an experienced bookkeeper to join our team at Jackson Hewitt - Beverly, MA...

Demographic Data for Cambridge, MA

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Salary for Bookkeeper Jobs in Cambridge, MA

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Highest Education Level

Bookkeepers in Cambridge, MA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
45.5%
Master's Degree
16.1%
Associate's Degree
14.9%
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 Cambridge, 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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