Bookkeeper Jobs in Massachusetts

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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Nonprofit Bookkeeper

  • Cambridge, MA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Cambridge, MA
  • 9 hours ago

We are looking for a proactive bookkeeper whose top priority is client service....

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...

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...

Division Finance Officer- Consumer

  • Boston, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 3 days ago

Division Finance Officer- Consumer Boston, MA, United States JOB DESCRIPTION Financial Planning, Budgeting, Forecasting & Analysis Support Consumer budget development and monitoring to ensure...

Bookkeeper/Administrative Assistant

  • Cohasset, MA
  • 4 days ago
  • Cohasset, MA
  • 4 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...

Bookkeeper

  • Boston, MA
  • 7 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 7 days ago

Job Description: We are seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to join our team....

Office Manager / Bookkeeper Electrical Contactor

  • Woburn, MA
  • 8 days ago
  • Woburn, MA
  • 8 days ago

un Office Manager / Bookkeeper Electrical Contactor (Burlington) compensation: 55k to 65k commensurate with experience employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Office Manager / Bookkeeper...

Bookkeeper

  • Melrose, MA
  • 8 days ago
  • Melrose, MA
  • 8 days ago

Join our team as a Cash Office Bookkeeper and become an essential part of our dynamic grocery store!...

Bookkeeper

  • Swampscott, MA
  • 11 days ago
  • Swampscott, MA
  • 11 days ago

un Bookkeeper (Swamscott) Atlantic Coast Homes, Inc compensation: Starting pay $25 during probationary period....

Bookkeeper/Executive Assistant

  • Beverly, MA
  • 11 days ago
  • Beverly, MA
  • 11 days ago

We seeking a flexible and detail-oriented Bookkeeper / ExecutiveAssistant to join our growing team....

Bookkeeper

  • Acton, MA
  • 13 days ago
  • Acton, MA
  • 13 days ago

un Bookkeeper (Acton) compensation: $20-$25/Hr employment type: experience level: no experience required job title: Bookkeeper Looking for a part time bookkeeper for our office in Acton....

Bookkeeper

  • Grafton, MA
  • 14 days ago
  • Grafton, MA
  • 14 days ago

Grafton, MA Position Type : Full Time Education Level : 2 Year Degree Salary Range : $23.87 Hourly Job Category : Education Description We are seeking a Bookkeeper to join the Grafton Job Corps team...

Bookkeeper

  • Medway, MA
  • 14 days ago
  • Medway, MA
  • 14 days ago

Bookkeeper (Bellingham) New England Mobile Systems Inc. compensation: Compensation based on experience employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Bookkeeper We are looking for a person...

Bookkeeper

  • Malden, MA
  • 20 days ago
  • Malden, MA
  • 20 days ago

un Bookkeeper (Malden) compensation: 45K-55K employment type: experience level: senior level job title: Property Management Oversees all daily financial operations for a property management tracking...

Principal Bookkeeper 12 months HHS

  • Haverhill, MA
  • 20 days ago
  • Haverhill, MA
  • 20 days ago

ALL QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL RECEIVE CONSIDERATION ANNOUNCEMENT OF POSITION Anticipated Opening Title of Position: PRINCIPAL BOOKKEEPER HAVERHILL HIGH SCHOOL Work Year: 12 Months Effective Date of...

Demographic Data for Massachusetts

Moving to Massachusetts? Find some basic demographic data about Massachusetts below.


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Salary for Bookkeeper Jobs in Massachusetts

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 Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts
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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