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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Financial Administrator

  • Cambridge, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA
  • 2 days ago

REQUIRED: Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field preferred; a minimum of three years relevant financial or administrative experience; strong analytical...

Bookkeeper

  • Springfield, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Springfield, MA
  • 2 days ago

Salary: $60-70k #INJUL2025 #ZRCFS Bookkeeper...

Staff Assistant, General Ledger Accountant

  • Buzzards Bay, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Buzzards Bay, MA
  • 2 days ago

entries, perform reconciliation of general ledger accounts, assist with month end and year end closing, assist with management of various state, local and private grants and assist with annual audit...

Bookkeeper

  • Marion, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Marion, MA
  • 3 days ago

The bookkeeper is responsible for maintaining a company\'s financial records, including recording transactions, preparing financial statements, and reconciling accounts....

Bookkeeper / Administrator

  • Franklin, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Franklin, MA
  • 3 days ago

Kforce has a client in Franklin, MA that is seeking a detail-oriented Bookkeeper/Administrator to assist with order processing, vendor coordination, and general office tasks....

Financial Administrator Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)

  • Cambridge, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA
  • 3 days ago

FINANCIAL ADMINISTRATOR, Office of the Provost, plays a pivotal role in the stewardship and financial management essential to the operations and initiatives of the Provost's Office at MIT. This...

Financial Administrator

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

FINANCIAL ADMINISTRATOR, Office of the Provost, plays a pivotal role in the stewardship and financial management essential to the operations and initiatives of the Provost's Office at MIT. This...

Office Manager/Bookkeeper

  • Marshfield, MA
  • 6 days ago
  • Marshfield, MA
  • 6 days ago

This includes supervising and delegating work appropriately of the Receptionist and Bookkeeper....

Experienced Part time Bookkeeper

  • Cambridge, MA
  • 9 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA
  • 9 days ago

Seeking an experienced part time bookkeeper to manage the financial records, payments and tax returns of two small 501(c)3 organizations in Cambridge MA....

Principal Bookkeeper Food Service Department

  • Haverhill, MA
  • 11 days ago
  • Haverhill, MA
  • 11 days ago

ALL QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL RECEIVE CONSIDERATION ANNOUNCEMENT OF POSITION Title of Position: PRINCIPAL BOOKKEEPER – FOOD SERVICES Work Year: 12 Months Effective Date of Employment: Immediately Salary...

Bookkeeper

  • Hopedale, MA
  • 14 days ago
  • Hopedale, MA
  • 14 days ago

Minimum Qualifications \* We\'re looking for a detail-oriented, QuickBooks-certified Bookkeeper to join our team on a part-time basis....

Bookkeeper/Office Manager

  • Boston, MA
  • 17 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 17 days ago

un Bookkeeper/Office Manager (West Roxbury) compensation: 60,000-70,000 annual employment type: experience level: senior level job title: Bookkeeper/Office Manager We are seeking a detail-oriented and...

Bookkeeper/Office Admin

  • Boston, MA
  • 17 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 17 days ago

Bookkeeper/Office Admin Vaco by Highspring - 3.8 Boston, MA Job Details $25 - $28 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Qualifications Microsoft PowerPoint Microsoft...

Bookkeeper in South Hadley, MA,MA,US

  • South Hadley, MA
  • 22 days ago
  • South Hadley, MA
  • 22 days ago

CPA firm with a strong emphasis on work/life balance and a diverse client base across New England is seeking an experienced Full Charge Bookkeeper....

Part-Time Bookkeeper

  • Salem, MA
  • 22 days ago
  • Salem, MA
  • 22 days ago

PT - Salem - Bookkeeper/accounting - No Remote. Must work in our office, casual atmosphere. 3 Yrs Quickbooks Experience Required Flexible Hours Mon - Friday. Must be from Salem area....

Demographic Data for Massachusetts

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Salary for Bookkeeper Jobs in Massachusetts

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Highest Education Level

Bookkeepers in Massachusetts offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
45.5%
Master's Degree
16.2%
Associate's Degree
14.9%
High School or GED
12.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.7%
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 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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